Andrew’s Comments (group member since Jan 25, 2012)

Andrew’s comments from the Hollinger: 1 Spring 2012 group.

You must answer EACH question. You can do this in one longer post, or in a separate post for each question. THEN, you must respond AT LEAST twice to someone else's post. You can agree, disagree, argue a point, etc. ALL posts (including responses) must include your reasoning and a reference to the book. That means no posts that only say: "I agree with you."

1. How does the temporal structure of Our Town reflect and influence the main ideas of the play?

2. As little happens in the play in terms of dramatic events, the thematic content of the play and Wilder’s attempt to engage his audience actively take center stage. The success of the play depends on its ability to break down the so-called “fourth wall” between the audience and the actors. How does Wilder break down this barrier between the audience and the action onstage?

3. Is Thornton Wilder’s view of small town life positive or negative?

You must answer EACH question. You can do this in one longer post, or in a separate post for each question. THEN, you must respond AT LEAST twice to someone else's post. You can agree, disagree, argue a point, etc. ALL posts (including responses) must include your reasoning and a reference to the book. That means no posts that only say: "I agree with you."


1. Is the novel's title appropriate? Why or why not?

2. Who is your favorite character? Explain why.

3. In the last few lines of To Kill a Mockingbird, Scout says, "he was real nice..." and Attiucus replies, "most people are, Scout, when you finally see them." Do you agree that most people in the novel are nice once you see them? How is Atticus able to see the good side of people despite all he has experienced? Can you?