Day 4

Everything is Illuminated Lesson Plan

Discussion of Thought Questions

  1. 1

    How has Alex's writing progressed over the course of Everything is Illuminated? Consider both grammatical changes as well as changes in subject matter and how he expresses himself.

    Alex's writing has improved significantly over the course of the book. He stops using unnecessary and inaccurate words in his sentences. He also becomes much more honest with himself and to Jonathan. He no longer spends time in his letters bragging about his accomplishments and sexual prowess. He instead talks truthfully of his family and their troubles. Alex is willing to confront Jonathan about the problems that he has with Jonathan's passages. He speaks highly of his mother and little...

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