"Manhattan Beach" Quiz
A young woman becomes the first female civilian diver at the Brooklyn Naval Yard during World War II, while also searching for her missing father.
historical fiction | 438 pages | Published in 2017
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Essay questions
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- How does the protagonist, Anna Kerrigan, evolve throughout the novel?
- Discuss the role of the sea in 'Manhattan Beach' and its significance to the characters.
- How does the setting of World War II-era New York City influence the plot and characters in the story?
- Examine the theme of gender roles and expectations in the novel, focusing on Anna's experiences.
- What is the significance of the title 'Manhattan Beach' and how does it relate to the themes of the novel?
- Discuss the complex relationship between Eddie and Dexter and its impact on the story.
- Analyze the role of organized crime and the underworld in the novel, and its influence on the characters' lives.
- How does Jennifer Egan use different narrative perspectives to tell the story, and what effect does this have on the reader?
- Explore the theme of identity and self-discovery as portrayed in the novel, using specific examples from the text.
- Discuss the symbolism of the shipwreck and its significance in the novel.
