Goodreads ratings
4.24 / 5
"Angle of Repose" Quiz
fiction | 482 pages | Published in 2000
fictionhistorical fictionclassicsliteraturewesternsliterary fictionnovelsbook clubhistoricalaudiobook
ISBN_13: 9781101075821
ISBN_10: 1101075821
Play the quiz
Test your knowledge about the book "Angle of Repose". We have come up with 15 quiz questions for the book. Hit play and start testing your knowledge. Each correctly answered question gives one point.
15 questions available
Essay questions
These essay questions are meant to be used as a starting point for your essay or research paper.
- What is the significance of the book's title, 'Angle of Repose'? How does the title relate to the themes and characters in the story?
- Discuss the role of gender in 'Angle of Repose'. How do gender roles and expectations shape the lives of the characters? How does the portrayal of gender evolve throughout the novel?
- Explore the concept of home and the idea of settling down in the novel. How do different characters define and pursue the notion of home? How does the theme of home contribute to the overall narrative?
- Analyze the character of Lyman Ward. How does his physical disability shape his perspective and influence his storytelling? Discuss the use of multiple narrators in the novel and their impact on the reader's understanding of the story.
- Examine the theme of ambition in 'Angle of Repose'. How do the characters' desires and ambitions drive their actions and shape their relationships? How does ambition intersect with notions of success and failure?
- Discuss the role of art and creativity in the novel. How do different characters express themselves artistically? What insights does the novel provide about the power and limitations of art as a means of self-expression?
- Analyze the portrayal of marriage and relationships in 'Angle of Repose'. How do the marriages in the novel reflect the social and cultural norms of their time? How do the characters navigate love, commitment, and sacrifice within their relationships?
- Explore the theme of nostalgia in the novel. How do the characters romanticize the past and the idea of the 'Old West'? How does nostalgia affect their perception of reality and influence their decisions?
- Discuss the significance of historical context in 'Angle of Repose'. How does the portrayal of Western American history and the changing landscape inform the characters' experiences? How does historical context shape the themes and conflicts of the novel?
- Analyze the ending of the novel and its implications. How does the resolution of the story reflect the characters' growth and development? What broader messages or lessons can be drawn from the conclusion of 'Angle of Repose'?
