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Lewis Carroll

Through The Looking Glass

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1871

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Essay Topics

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Imagination, creativity, and blurring the lines between reality and imagination are major themes of the novel. How do Alice and other characters in the story show their inventiveness? How does the book blur the distinction between the real and the imagined? Examine why these themes are important by citing specific examples.

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Analyze the novel as a whole by giving it a review. What did you like and dislike about the novel and why? How effective was Carroll’s writing? Provide specific reasons supported by textual evidence.

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In Chapter 2, Alice states her goal is to be a queen. How does she achieve this goal? What obstacles must she overcome and what lessons must she learn to grow as a character and earn the title of queen? Cite textual evidence to support your answer.