Monday, February 2, 2009

East of Eden- post 1- What do you think?

So, what did you think of the novel? Give specific details to support your opinion. Be sure to also respond to some of your peers' opinions!

East of Eden- post 2- character

Which character did you find the most fascinating in the novel? Why? Include a quote and page number in your analytical response.

East of Eden- post 3- fear of rejection

How does fear of rejection motivate a character or characters in East of Eden? Give a quote and page number in your analytical response.

East of Eden- post 4- timshel

How does the concept of timshel connect with characters' individual responsibility and potential for happiness? How does a character's ability or inability to believe in Timshel impact his or her life?

East of Eden- post 5- Inner reality versus the surface

What is an interesting example of how characters' inner realities are different from the surface? What point do you think Steinbeck is making through this contrast? Include a quote and page number in your analytical response.

East of Eden- post 6- Good versus Evil

What is an interesting way that the concept of Good versus Evil comes into play in the novel? How does this concept connect with the message of the novel as a whole? Include a quote and page number in your analytical response.