American Lit- Critics

Question 1

Robert J. Samuelson

Answer 1

“The Great Depression cast a dark shadow over 20th century America”

Question 2

Judith Smith

Answer 2

The term “middle class” was emptied of meaning

Question 3

The Italian Man

Answer 3

The streets were not paved with gold, or even paved at all”

Question 4

Roger L. Pearson

Answer 4

Fitzgerald’s unique expression of the American Dream lacks the optimism, and the sense of fulfilment, evident in his predecessors.