"As I Lay Dying" Quiz
A family's journey to bury their matriarch becomes a chaotic and introspective exploration of their fractured relationships and personal struggles.
classics | 256 pages | Published in 2013
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Essay questions
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- How does the structure of the novel, with its multiple narrators, contribute to the reader's understanding of the Bundren family and their journey?
- Discuss the significance of the title 'As I Lay Dying' and its connection to the themes and events in the novel.
- Examine the role of Addie Bundren's death in shaping the actions and motivations of the other characters in the novel.
- How does Faulkner use language and dialect to convey the distinct voices of the different characters in the novel?
- Discuss the theme of family and its complexities as portrayed in the novel, particularly in the context of the Bundren family's journey to bury Addie.
- Analyze the symbolism of the coffin and the journey to Jefferson in 'As I Lay Dying,' and how it reflects the characters' inner conflicts and desires.
- Explore the role of religion and spirituality in the novel, considering the characters' beliefs and the broader commentary on faith and salvation.
