"Falling Man" Quiz
A 9/11 survivor struggles to find meaning and connection in the aftermath of the attacks.
fiction | 246 pages | Published in NaN
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Essay questions
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- How does the character Keith Neudecker's experience as a survivor of the 9/11 attacks influence his behavior and relationships in the novel?
- In what ways does the novel explore the psychological impact of trauma and loss on the characters, particularly in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks?
- Discuss the significance of the recurring image of the falling man in the novel and its connection to the themes of vulnerability and mortality.
- How does Don DeLillo use the backdrop of 9/11 to examine the complexities of human relationships and the fragility of identity?
- Analyse the role of performance and spectacle in the novel, especially in relation to the media's portrayal of the 9/11 attacks and its effects on the characters.
- Examine the theme of memory and its impact on the characters' perceptions of reality and their attempts to cope with the traumatic events of 9/11.
- What is the significance of the poker games in the novel, and how do they reflect the characters' attempts to find meaning and connection in the aftermath of the attacks?
