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Miss Lonelyhearts

Nathanael West

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Summary
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Literary Devices
- Themes
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Character List Quiz

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1 of 5
How does Mrs. Doyle take out her frustration?

Drinking
Flirting with Miss Lonelyhearts
Beating Mr. Doyle
Reading the column

2 of 5
How do Peter and Mrs. Doyle relate?

As equals
Peter is dominant
Peter is a mentor
Peter is submissive

3 of 5
Which character represents the novel's anti-Christ?

Miss Lonelyhearts
Shrike
Mrs. Doyle
Betty

4 of 5
Why is Miss Lonelyhearts depressed?

The he letters received
Being unwed
Prohibition
Family issues

5 of 5
What about Miss Lonelyhearts seduces Miss Farkis?

His looks
His eloquence
His fame
His religious values

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