Dec 22, 2009

The Color Purple | Suggested Essay Topics

Letters 1–9
1. How come we do not know Mr.____’s last name? How does this symbolize the behavior of men in this society?

2. Look at the symbols of education in this section (the books, Miss Beasley...). How are they connected with the sisters’ desire for a better life?

Letters 10–12
1. Examine the mannerisms of the reverend’s wife and compare her to Celie. What do you think makes her more confident than Celie? What does she have that Celie does not?

2. What insight do we get from Mr.____’s character after seeing him attempt to...