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Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the book, many people lust for ivory. What is the significance of this in the context of the characters’ actions? Give concrete and specific examples to illustrate their reactions and explore their significance.

Essay Topic 2

Marlow ends the novel with a lie. If the novel were to continue, what would the next chapter look like? Use the ending as the basis for your fictionalized version.

Essay Topic 3

Kurtz is the central character of the novel, though he appears only briefly. Describe what happened to Kurtz. What was he like, and what was his fate? How does he come into play in the book?

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