Eleven Short Stories = Undici Novelle 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. Discuss how "Little Hut: A Sicilian Sketch" is simple in its creation. How is the story's simplicity effective in the revelation of the story's theme?

2. Analyze and describe Pirandello's writing style.

3. Discuss and explain the significance of Micuccio's unrealistic expectation and disappointment when he tries to win back his love, but is unsuccessful in "Citrons from Sicily".

4. Analyze and discuss the social class role in "Citrons from Sicily".

5. Explain and describe the disturbing truth that Anna realizes about her husband in "With Other Eyes", and how she reacts to...
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