SUGGESTIVE QUESTIONS

  1. Why did the author make his hero “the dullest man that ever audited an account”?
  2. Point out, and explain, all the classical and literary allusions.
  3. Why did the author make his story so largely realistic?
  4. What is the effect of the songs?
  5. How does the author make his story clear?
  6. Comment on the author's use of conversation.
  7. In what respects is the story poetic?
  8. What effect does Old John contribute to the story?
  9. What is the effect of the abrupt ending?
  10. What makes the story unusually artistic?