The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner

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Description:

Part of Faulkner’s saga of the fictional Yoknapatawpha County, The Sound and the Fury challenges readers with its adept juxtaposition of disparate elements. The story of the Compson family centers on the four children, Benjy, Caddy, Quentin, and Jason. The novel includes both regional and universal elements and presents a view of the post-Civil War South as one afflicted by artificial social distinctions, greed, and over-emphasis on a veneer of respectability. Complex points of view and stream of consciousness narration make this a good choice for advanced classes.

Activities:

Students examine symbols, elements of prose style, themes, and point of view. They also analyze characters, interpret recurring images, review the roles of protagonist and antagonist, respond to critical reviews, and discuss Faulkner’s Nobel Prize address.

Supplementary materials include journal topics, discussion questions, essay questions, and recommended reading lists. Multiple choice quizzes include answer keys.

Ethical Values:

Compassion
Courage
Equality
Respect