Hocus Pocus | Ideas for Group Discussions
1. Discuss the role of sexuality in Hocus Pocus.
2. The title of the novel suggests a relation to the world of magic. What does the title mean? What is magical about Hocus Pocus?
3. As Vonnegut notes in this novel, prisons, the postal service and other institutions formerly operated by the government are now being taken over by private companies. What does this change tell us about life in modern society?
4. Some of the examples of racism in Hocus Pocus are mentioned above. Can you find others?
5. What are the advantages and...
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