Directions: Write a 3-4pg. essay on one of the following topics. Be persuasive in outlining your criticism/interpretation. One must incorporate 1-2 sources from scholarly journals. Must adhere to MLA guidelines.
- Describe Hawthorne’s use of symbolism in “Young Goodman Brown.” What does Hawthorne say about the hypocrisy of Puritan religion? Is Faith itself corrupt? Explain.
- Illustrate and explain the events in “The Cask of Amontillado.” What does this narrative show
us about the theme of revenge? Also, what is resentment and was Montresor right in his actions?