"Cities of the Plain" Quiz
Two cowboys in love with the same woman face the harsh realities of life on the Texas-Mexico border in the 1950s.
fiction | 292 pages | Published in NaN
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Essay questions
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- How does the setting of the novel, in the borderlands of Texas and Mexico, contribute to the overall themes and conflicts in the story?
- Discuss the significance of the title 'Cities of the Plain' and how it relates to the characters and their experiences in the novel.
- In what ways does the character of John Grady Cole embody the idea of the 'cowboy' and how does this influence his actions and relationships throughout the story?
- Examine the portrayal of masculinity in the novel, particularly in the context of the cowboy culture and the characters' interactions with each other.
- How does the theme of love and relationships play out among the characters, especially in the face of societal and personal obstacles?
- Discuss the role of violence in the novel, both in terms of its depiction and its impact on the characters and their choices.
- What is the significance of fate and destiny in the lives of the characters, and how does this theme manifest throughout the narrative?
