Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from Giovanni's Room

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Paris - This city serves as a backdrop to the story.

America - David hails from this country.

Spain - Hella goes to this country to consider David's marriage proposal.

Guillaume's Bar - This is where David and Giovanni first meet.

Madame Clothilde's Bar - This is where David and Giovanni share their first breakfast.

Giovanni's Room - This is where David stays when he is evicted from his apartment.

American Express - This is where David receives a letter from his father and Hella.

Guillotine - Giovanni is sentenced to be executed...
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