1. For a work of literature to be considered a "classic" its themes need to be"timeless". Do you feel that The Grapes of Wrath is relevant to our time or that the novel has some universal or enduring qualities which will continue to keep it relevant to contemporary life? What are these qualities and how are they achieved?
2. It has been charged sometimes by critics that The Grapes of Wrath is "sentimental". Do you agree that this term can be applied to the novel's characters and plot? To the interchapters? Just what are the specific sentimental incidents and aspects of the novel? Is it possible to have these elements and still be a successful novel?
***if you need help with format, click on help
with writing a five paragraph essay.
*After choosing a topic, open up "Claris works".
*You may either print out the essay topics, or keep this window open so that you can refer back to the question as often as necessary.
*Be sure to title your essay, and include your name and date.
*Include plenty of direct quotes from the book, and always cite page numbers.
FINISHED? HAVE SOMEONE READ YOUR ESSAY BEFORE YOU HAND IT IN--TO MAKE SURE IT IS PERFECT AND CLEAR.
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