Lucky Jim | Teaching Setting, Symbolism and Objects

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

Burned Bed Sheets - This is what gets Dixon in trouble with Mrs. Welch.

Burned Table - Christine helps Dixon hide this.

Merrie England Lecture - This is what may affect Dixon's job security the most.

Special Subject - This is what Dixon must design to attract students.

Ship Building Article - This is what Dr. Caton steals from Dixon.

Johns's Magazine - This is what Dixon draws on to upset his fellow boarder.

Letter to Johns - This is how Dixon tries to seek revenge.

Beer - This is a vice of...
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