β Scribed by Ray Moore
No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.
Tragedy and the randomness of death combine to make Thornton Wilder's Pullitzer prize winning novel one of the truly great texts.The study guide gives a background introduction and overview, including character synopsis. In-depth questions on each chapter along with a helpful commentary will guide the reader to a deeper understanding of the plot, background, themes, and characters of the novel. The questions are primarily designed to stimulate group discussion, but can also be used for self-study. Teachers may wish to use the questions in a variety of ways including assigning some for homework, group discussion in class, formal presentations, written answers, etc. Possible student answers are provided. Multiple-choice reading quizzes on each Part are also provided -with answers.
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