Question

In 3 sentence ( in 5th graders response) , explain how the writing associated with the Lost Generation reflected the new emphasis on consumerism in American culture. Provide examples of Lost Generation authors and literary works.
(4 points)

Answer 1

The Lost Generation was a group of writers after World War I who wrote about how people felt lost and confused in a changing world. Authors like F. Scott Fitzgerald in "The Great Gatsby" showed how people were obsessed with money and fancy things, reflecting the rise of consumerism in America. Another author, Ernest Hemingway in "The Sun Also Rises," highlighted how young people were searching for meaning while enjoying the pleasures of life, like partying and spending money.