41 pages • 1 hour read
Kneeknock Rise
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1970
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Essay Topics
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Compare the Megrimum myth to other traditional folk tales or legends. How does Babbitt’s portrayal of the Megrimum reinforce or subvert elements of established folklore?
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In what ways does Kneeknock Rise engage directly or indirectly with the idea of religious belief and communities of faith? What insight does the novel offer into the relationship between science and religion?
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How does Egan’s journey up the mountain mirror the classic hero’s journey of discovery? In what ways does Babbitt subvert elements of the hero’s journey?
