Decline and Fall Papers & Assignment Topics

Essay Topics/Writing Assignments

These 20 essay questions can be used as essay questions on a test, or as stand-alone essay topics for a take-home or in-class writing assignment. Students should have a full understanding of the text in order to answer these questions. They ask for a thorough analysis of the text.

1. Paul Pennyfeather represents a certain kind of person who still exists in the world. In a well-written essay, describe what it is about Paul that gets him into sticky situations, as well as how he reacts to his troubles. Is he a well-rounded person? Is he an open-minded person? Is there anything extreme about him?

2. If the Bollinger Club were a real entity, it would be a disgrace to its members' families. Do some research and determine whether Waugh based the idea of this club on a real club or...
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