1. In "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller, how does the theme of mass hysteria contribute to the development of the plot and characters in the play?
2. Compare and contrast the themes of identity and self-discovery in "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger and "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
3. Analyze the role of gender and power dynamics in "A Streetcar Named Desire" by Tennessee Williams.
4. Discuss the significance of symbolism in "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne and how it enhances the themes of sin, guilt, and redemption in the novel.
5. Explain how the concept of the American Dream is portrayed in "Death of a Salesman" by Arthur Miller and "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
6. Evaluate the effectiveness of the writing style and narrative techniques used by Edgar Allan Poe in his short stories, such as "The Tell-Tale Heart" and "The Fall of the House of Usher."
7. Discuss the role of race and racism in Mark Twain's "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" and Harper Lee's "To Kill a Mockingbird."
8. Analyze the impact of social class and wealth on the characters and plot of Edith Wharton's "The Age of Innocence" and F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby."
9. Compare and contrast the portrayal of love and relationships in William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" and Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice."
10. Discuss the theme of individuality and conformity in Ray Bradbury's "Fahrenheit 451" and George Orwell's "1984."
11th grade, American literature, 9.05 test critical skills practice 4
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