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The American Tradition in Literature, Volume 2 Book Cover
The American Tradition in Literature, Volume 2, 10/e
George Perkins, Eastern Michigan University
Barbara Perkins, University of Toledo-Toledo


Essay Questions



Analysis



1

On what does Nancy base her fear of Jesus?
2

Identify the clues to Abner's notoriety as a "barn burner."

Interpretation



3

To what extent is Sarty's age a factor in his relationship with other members of his family?
4

What is the function of the childhood innocence reflected in Caddy's questions and Jason's ethnic protests?

Evaluation



5

Why doesn't Faulkner fulfill Nancy's fears in "That Evening Sun"?
6

Whose story is "Barn Burning"? Why?