Monday, March 26, 2012

The Stranger In-Class Essay Test

You may use the book, and any additional, compiled resources to answer the essay of your choice:

1. Providing close textual analysis, describe ways in which Meursault is a stranger to society, to himself, and to his natural environment. For each element, provide at least one specific textual example.

2. Analyze the use of sensory details (imagery) in The Stranger. How do sensory details and setting contribute to the characterization of Meursault? Provide at least three examples of how each serves to expain Mersault in terms of his existentialism.

In addition to this in-class essay, there will be an oral component of assessment for The Stranger on Monday, April 2nd.

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