A&P Questions on First Person
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How does the point of view in "A & P" by John Updike shape our interpretation?
First person point of view allows us to see more than would have been possible from the perspective of a third party observer. The reader is able to see Sammy's monotony, his longing for something...
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How many and which literary elements are present in this story?
The story contains several literary elements: a coming-of-age theme, as Sammy evolves from a bored teenager to someone who takes a stand; dialogue, providing insight into characters; irony, as...
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In "A&P," why might the girls wear their bikinis in the store?
In "A&P," the girls might wear bikinis in the store because they are young and unselfconscious, possibly coming from the beach without realizing the distance to the grocery store. Their attire...
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Does Sammy connect with the girls before quitting his job in "A & P"?
In "A & P," Sammy does not connect with the girls before quitting his job. His interaction is limited to observing them and feeling drawn to the lead girl, Queenie. Although he sympathizes with...