RWAC Second Essay - Question 2

REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE QUESTIONS...

QUESTION 1 

Explain how gender is represented in Rebel Without a Cause.

EXCELLENCE/MERIT: Discuss the representation of gender in Rebel Without a Cause, applying this to political and historical ideas at the time.

QUESTION 2 

Discuss the significance of signs and symbols in the film, explaining how they enhance central ideas and themes.

EXCELLENCE: Discuss how signs and symbols may be used as a comment on juvenile delinquency in the 1950’s. In addition, explain how the signs and symbols used in the film enhance central ideas and themes.

QUESTION 3 

Discuss how Rebel Without a Cause portrays the political climate of the 1950’s.

EXCELLENCE: Discuss the political climate of the 1950’s and how political feelings are portrayed in Rebel Without a Cause.