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What does it mean?
The Munchkins express gratitude for being freed from the witch's control.
In plain terms
They are thankful for their freedom and help.
What can you take from it?
Freedom brings deep gratitude to those oppressed.

Where it applies

  • being freed
  • thanking a savior
  • celebrating liberty

Putting it to work

  • express thanks
  • celebrate freedom
  • acknowledge help

Questions to consider

  • How do you show gratitude?
  • What does freedom mean to you?

Another view

It focuses only on the victor's side of the story.

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