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Empire of the Sun
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J. G. Ballard
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Characters
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Critical Context (Critical Guide to British Fiction)
Critical Context (Masterplots II: Juvenile & Young Adult Literature Series)
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Empire of the Sun Questions and Answers
Is the movie version of Empire of the Sun exactly like the book ?
In Empire of the Sun, what techniques are used to show the fragility of life?
In Empire of the Sun, what techniques are used to show Jim's discovery of the reality of war?
In "Empire of the Sun" what do the swimming pools in Chapter Seven symbolize?
What evidence is there in the first chapter of Empire of the Sun that shows impending poverty?
How does Empire of the Sun convey Jim's discovery of the nature of humanity?
How does Jim discover the "realisation of war" in Empire of the Sun?
What are some of the symbols of normality and change in Chapter 7 of Empire of the Sun?
Does Jim survive the ordeal, or is the scene showing his belongings floating down the river represent death?
How is conflict explored in Empire of the Sun?
In the Empire of the Sun, what examples of imperialism and nationalism that served to shape the British for survival?
Why does Jamie’s family need to leave Shanghai?
How is Empire of the Sun an apealing novel for teenage students?
Examine the way in which Ballard presents Jim's experience of war through his relationships with key individuals.
How does "Empire of the Sun" convey the idea of "discovery"?
How does Empire of the Sun display the notion of discovering the fragility of life?