Literature
Investigate the meaning of allegory before you answer “YGB” questions.
“Young Goodman Brown” by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Significance of Names in “YGB”
Using these sources and others if necessary
Choose three names of your choice and explain their significance in terms of symbolism or allegory
Significance of Names in “YGB”
Hint:
• Investigate the meaning of allegory before you answer “YGB” questions.
• A dictionary meaning will not suffice. Neither will an encyclopedia. You need a literary definition and the elements of allegory to respond more accurately and meaningfully. Pyramid Production film version is very helpful.