Your Choice - Essay Prompts

1. Kazan uses a range of cinematic devices to reveal the emotional and moral struggle of Terry Malloy. Discuss.   

2.  “On the Waterfront shows that understanding oneself is the key to moral development.” Do you agree?

3.  How does Kazan convey ideas about good and evil in On the Waterfront?

4. "On the Waterfront shows that being true to oneself is more important than being loyal to one’s friends.” Discuss. 

5. “By establishing Terry Malloy as the hero, On the Waterfront  values the individual conscience over community loyalty.” Discuss.