a. We have discussed Modernism and Postmodernism as important stylistic movements of the twentieth century. How does understanding characteristics of these movements help inform our reading of literature produced in the twentieth century? How does it shape our sense of historical context for a narrative? Do such categorizations limit meaningful analysis and innovative interpretation in any way? Explain.
b. Select one of the stories, essays, or novels that we have read this semester. Explain why this piece is worthy of continued study and how it maintains relevance. Provide historical background for the piece, as well as any cultural context relevant to understanding the work more completely. Your response should include a properly cited quote from your selected piece, and this quote should either support or illustrate your response thesis.