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"A Map of the World" Quiz
A woman's life unravels after an unthinkable tragedy strikes her family and she becomes the target of blame in her small town.
fiction | 400 pages | Published in NaN
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- How does the setting of 'A Map of the World' contribute to the overall theme of the novel?
- Discuss the significance of the title 'A Map of the World' in relation to the characters and their journeys.
- In what ways does Alice's friendship with Theresa affect her perception of the world around her?
- Analyze the role of guilt in the novel, particularly in Alice's character development.
- How does the loss of a child impact the relationships between the characters in the story?
- Explore the theme of redemption in 'A Map of the World' and how it is portrayed through the different characters.
- Discuss the significance of the dairy farm in the novel and its symbolic representation of the characters' lives.
- Analyze the role of community and support systems in the lives of Alice and Howard Goodwin.
- How does the narrative structure, alternating between past and present, enhance the reader's understanding of the characters' motivations?
- Discuss the portrayal of motherhood in 'A Map of the World' and the challenges faced by the female characters.
