In many ways the events depicted in The Rejection seem hyperbolic and satirical, but when one looks closely, one might ask: Are these events actually common?
Write an essay that answers some or all of these questions:
-Are these events actually common?
-Do the events depicted in The Rejection have their antecedents in reality?
-What are the notions of class that are portrayed in this story?
-How does this story interpret the notion of justice and/or meritocracy?
-How do hyperbole and satire enhance the narrative and illuminate the narratives point?
