How does Steinbeck use the relationship between Candy and his dog to develop a central idea? Consider what Candy and the dog may have in common and what the dog’s death ultimately reveals about Candy’s life and value.

Compare and contrast the merits and drawbacks of at least two of the scholarly approaches to literature described in this unit. be sure to mention at least one advantage that each approach has over the other. use one of the readings from this unit in your comparison. your answer should be at least 250 words.