Question

Mr. Pig and Mr. Dog relaxing at the food court of the animal shopping mall. Mr. Pig was eating a huge feast of pizza and drinking a large jug of fruit punch. Mr. Dog was watching him eat. "Hey, Mr. Pig. If you give me a slice of your pizza, I'll let you have the next bone I find." Mr. Pig declined, even though it hurt his stomach to eat the last three slices of pizza. "I'm sorry, Mr. Dog," Mr. Pig said between grunts, "but I paid for this pizza and it's all mine." Mr. Dog sighed and waited for Mr. Pig to finish. Then they left the animal mall together. On the way out, a hunter spotted them and gave chase. Mr. Pig normally could have escaped the hunter, but he was weighed down by the large meal. Mr. Pig collapsed and the hunter seized him. Mr. Dog easily escaped. Later that night, Mr. Dog returned to the scene. He caught the scent of something delicious and began digging around a trashcan. He found a large ham bone with lots of meat and marrow still stuck to it. Mr. Dog happily ate.

What is the theme of the story?_

Answer 1

The theme of the story revolves around concepts of greed, the consequences of choices, and friendship. Mr. Pig's refusal to share his pizza with Mr. Dog, despite his friend's offer of a reward, highlights how selfishness can lead to negative outcomes. Mr. Pig's indulgence in his feast ultimately leaves him vulnerable and results in his capture by the hunter. In contrast, Mr. Dog, who initially needed something from Mr. Pig, finds unexpected reward and sustenance on his own, suggesting that generosity and kindness can lead to better outcomes than selfishness. Ultimately, the story emphasizes the importance of sharing and the unforeseen consequences of one’s decisions.