In the American Grain | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Introduction

1. At the beginning of the Introduction, Horace Gregory quotes William Carlos Williams as saying "History, history! We fools, what do we know or care?" What does Gregory think Williams means by this?

It is dangerous to get involved in history.

2. Which statement shows that Gregory believes that most people revere history without understanding it?

"History, like poetry, is an ancient trap laid for the credulous and narrow-minded."

3. What would Gregory be most likely to describe history as?

A tapestry of culture and stories.

4. What does Gregory say about the way in which the reputation of In the American Grain grew?

It became more popular as it was falling out of print.

5. What does Gregory think that In the American Grain is meant to do for the American national identity?

Criticize it.

6. What does Gregory mean when he says that "if anyone...
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