"White Noise" Quiz
A professor's life is disrupted by a toxic cloud and he becomes obsessed with the fear of death.
fiction | 330 pages | Published in 1999
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Essay questions
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- How does the concept of 'white noise' function as a metaphor in the novel?
- Discuss the significance of consumerism and its portrayal in 'White Noise.'
- How does the fear of death and the obsession with mortality shape the characters' behaviors in the novel?
- Analyze the role of technology and media in the characters' lives in 'White Noise.'
- In what ways does the theme of family and relationships play out in the novel?
- Discuss the portrayal of academia and intellectual pursuits in the novel, focusing on the character of Jack and his colleagues.
- Examine the use of humor and satire in 'White Noise' and its impact on the overall tone of the novel.
- How does the setting of a small college town contribute to the themes and atmosphere of the novel?
- Discuss the significance of the Airborne Toxic Event and its effects on the characters' lives.
- In what ways does Don DeLillo address the concept of identity and self in 'White Noise'?
