An earlier version of this story was three or four pages longer and ended with Sammy at the beach looking for the girls but not finding them. Do you like the story the way it is now, or do you …

Do you like the story the way it is now, or do you think it would have been better with Updike’s original ending? Why? Read more »

American author John Steinbeck’s short story, “The Last Chrysanthemums”What is the purpose of including the dogs in the story? By including the dogs in the story, Steinbeck wants to convey Elisa’s feeling of guilt or desire to escape from her …

“The Last Chrysanthemums”What is the purpose of including the dogs in the story? Read more »

Should the media be allowed to airbrush ads of both females and males in popular magazines? Support your opinions with evidence. Use MLA citations and respond to two peers. In response to the question of should the media be allowed …

Should the media be allowed to airbrush ads of both females and males in popular magazines? Support your opinions with evidence. Use MLA citations and respond to two peers. Read more »