PAPER 2: SALT HOUSES

"Home is [...] the collective memories: the shared stories, foods, smells and music that we attach meaning to" (The Arabesque Table, Reem Kassis). Salt Houses traces the journey of different generations of a Palestinian family in search of a "home" and their desire for belonging: from Jaffa, to Nablus, to Kuwait City, to Amman, to Paris, to Boston, to Beirut.

Explain the 2 following questions in no less than 700 words and no more than 1000 words:

1. What is "Home" for at least 3 of the characters in the novel? And do they find one? Where and how? [Note that "Home" may not necessarily signify a city or something material. It can be a practice or an abstract concept.]
2. What roles do memories play for at least 3 characters in creating a sense of belonging to a "home" ?

Suggested roles:

- to help with the feeling of displacement and dissociation;

- to cope with loss, grief, and fear;

- to appreciate joyful moments;

- other?

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

• Address each character in a separate paragraph.
• Include an introduction (briefly introduce the book;what is the theme/argument of your journal; and who are the 3 characters of focus) and a conclusion (to wrap up your discussion).
• Bibliography/Works Cited and in-text citations: Use Chicago Manual Style (click here for examples. Use citations from the novel to support your ideas. At least 2 citations per paragraph with proper page references.
• Please refer to the writing guidelines on Canvas under "Assignments" and to the Accurate Terms to Use if needed. You may also seek Writing Assistance at the Student Academic Success Center