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'Tender is the Night' Questions for Study & Discussion

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Tender is the Night is one of the greatest works by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Here are a few questions for study and discussion.
  • What is important about the title: Tender is the Night?

  • What are the conflicts in Tender is the Night? What types of conflict (physical, moral, intellectual, or emotional) are in this novel?

  • How does F. Scott Fitzgerald reveal character in Tender is the Night?

  • What are some themes in the story? How do they relate to the plot and characters?

  • What are some symbols in Tender is the Night? How do they relate to the plot and characters?

  • Is Dr. Dick Divers consistent in his actions? Is he a fully developed character? How? Why?

  • Do you find the characters likable? Would you want to meet the characters?

  • Does the story end the way you expected? How? Why?

  • What is the central/primary purpose of the novel? Is the purpose important or meaningful?

  • Is Dr. Dick Divers a strong character?

  • How essential is the setting to the story? Could the novel have taken place anywhere else? In any other time?

  • What is the role of women in the text? Is love relevant? Are relationships meaningful?

  • How does Tender is the Night compare with The Great Gatsby?

  • Would you recommend this novel to a friend?

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