John Steinbeck

"Chrysanthemums"


1 Explain the contribution of Steinbeck's description to the story's themes and ideas. How, where, and why does he use description?

2 Articulate Steinbeck's treatment of the chrysanthemums as a symbol.

3 Discuss Elisa in relation to constructions of womanhood. How does this story depict women, and why does Elisa cry at the end of the story?


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