"Solar" Quiz
A darkly humorous tale of a self-absorbed physicist's midlife crisis and his attempt to solve the world's energy crisis.
fiction | 287 pages | Published in NaN
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Essay questions
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- What is the significance of the title 'Solar' in relation to the themes explored in the novel?
- Discuss the character of Michael Beard and his role as an anti-hero in the story.
- How does McEwan use humor in 'Solar' to address serious issues such as climate change and human nature?
- Analyze the theme of scientific integrity versus personal ambition as portrayed through the character of Michael Beard.
- Explore the symbolism of the solar power industry in the novel and its connection to larger themes of power and control.
- Discuss the role of gender dynamics in 'Solar' and how it influences the relationships between characters.
- Examine the theme of moral responsibility in the novel, particularly in relation to the actions and decisions of Michael Beard.
- How does McEwan use satire to critique scientific and political communities in 'Solar'?
- Analyze the narrative structure of the novel and its impact on the reader's experience of the story.
- Discuss the significance of the recurring motif of light and darkness in 'Solar' and its symbolic implications.
