Read over the following essay prompts, and think about which one seems most interesting to you. As you read Goodbye, Columbus over these next three weeks, make notes—either in the book or on a separate sheet of paper—keeping in mind these prompts. Mark possible passages that could help prove your position on the topics and jot down ideas that you have regarding these passages and themes. Eventually, you will be asked to choose one of the prompts to explore for your research paper. This essay needs to be thesis driven and argumentative. Meaning you need to do more than just point out what is occurring in the novella.
In order to further prove your point, you will also be asked to read through four critical essays on Roth’s novella. Think about the arguments made in each article and how each article may help you prove your point. You will have to utilize between 2 and 4 of these articles in your research paper. As a result, you will be supporting your argument with both close readings of the literary passages and the opinions of literary critics.
**I PICKED THIS ESSAY PROMPT:
- Explore the relationship between Neil and the Black kid from the library. Why do you think Neil is so interested in the kid and what links the two? In answering this question, you should also examine Neil’s trip to Patimkin Kitchen and Bathroom Sinks and the connection between Black and Jewish neighborhoods.
**I left references down below, you can use these for guidance and ideas for the argument. The Paper is 7-9 Pages. MLA and Work Cited. *Please cite and quote in text citations.* I know it is a lot but it is much appreciated Thank you!
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