Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? Group at eNotes

As mentioned in previous posts, the numbers 33, 19, 17 do in fact refer...

Thu, 6 Nov 2008 08:10:01 PST

As mentioned in previous posts, the numbers 33, 19, 17 do in fact refer to the biblical reference. It may seem tenuous at first because one is required to run the first number from the end of the Protestant Old Testament; however, such a tension is alleviated when one looks at the verse in question, namely Chapter 19 vs 17: “When he saw the traveler in the city square, the old man asked, “Where are you going? Where did you come...

Many believe this to be another example of Arnold Friend's symbolism as...

Mon, 3 Nov 2008 10:16:12 PST

Many believe this to be another example of Arnold Friend's symbolism as a Satan figure, or even as Satan himself. Making the mark of an X in the air could arguably be Satan's mark, supporting the theory that he is, at the very least, a symbol of Satan. Further evidence to prove this point exists in that he appears to have cloven hooves due to how he is described as standing off balance in his boots. Also, he has the ability to...

What could Arnold's drawing of an X in the air symbolize?

Sun, 2 Nov 2008 17:11:41 PST

What could Arnold's drawing of an X in the air symbolize?

Actually you guys are all half right. we did a 3 day critical analysis...

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:16:20 PST

Actually you guys are all half right. we did a 3 day critical analysis of this piece. You're right that the bible verse is Judges 19:17 which has the title of the book but the crazy math thing to equal 666 is totally wrong. He is the devil though becuase of the following clues:1. ARNOLD FRIEND: they constantly listed to Rock and Roll. Take out the two R's is ARNOLD FRIEND and you get AN OLD FIEND. The oldest fiend through time has been the...

In reply to #3: Actually, this is not the case. You might want to...

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:04:04 PST

In reply to #3: Actually, this is not the case. You might want to read eNotes summary about Connie's character, which is at http://www.enotes.com/where-are/characters. Her vanity is one of the prime reasons that she was able to fall into Arnold Friend's manipulations, absolutely, and I do not agree that she was not any more vain than any other fifteen year old girl. I certainly did not do the things Connie did to garner attention at ANY...

Connie was not any more vain, deceitful, or manipulative than any other...

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:12:53 PST

Connie was not any more vain, deceitful, or manipulative than any other fifteen year old girl, and her vanity was not the cause of her fate. Connie was sucked into Arnold Friend's manipulations because she was a little girl who was naive and scared, not because she was vain.

I would not classify this as a rite-of-passage story. If anything, it...

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:44:51 PST

I would not classify this as a rite-of-passage story. If anything, it would more adequately be viewed as a coming-of-age story. Connie has been living this fantasy-like existence until she encounters Arnold Friend. She is pretty, well-liked, and has been able to seduce any boy she wants. She lives in a world that she believes centers around her. When Arnold Friend comes to her home, this world is suddenly shattered, and Connie is in...

"Where are you Going, Where Have you Been" has been called a female rite...

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:36:26 PST

If you agree, why. How does she transform?

Because it is a work of artistic fiction, rather than an essay or a...

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:07:37 PST

Because it is a work of artistic fiction, rather than an essay or a purely didactic story (like a fable, which might have a clear thesis), "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?" does not have a specific thesis. It is not an argument. Instead, various themes are developed. If we had to impose a thesis statement on the story, based on actions, we might try the following:Because the world is not what it seems to be, you have to...

It depends on what the main points of your essay were - a conclusion...

Thu, 9 Oct 2008 13:10:31 PST

It depends on what the main points of your essay were - a conclusion paragraph is meant to reinforce your main points and leave your audience with a final and lasting thought. If you are focusing on the music connection, why not use a music quote from a quote sight (see link below) that could help to underscore what you explained in your essay. Explain in your audience what the importance of this connection is - what can we learn about...

How do I write a better concluding paragraph?

Thu, 9 Oct 2008 08:54:49 PST

I recently wrote an essay based on the music connection between Connie and Arnold Friend. But I need a better conluding paragraph. I have to reinforce the music connection between them! Any suggestions?

Arnold Friend, as many have stated before, can be interpretted as a...

Thu, 9 Oct 2008 07:23:33 PST

Arnold Friend, as many have stated before, can be interpretted as a "devil" figure in this story. However, another interpretation exists that explains Arnold, Ellie, and Connie's association with one another. This involves looking at these characters as representations of Greek Mythology. In this, Arnold become a satyr, as is Ellie, and Connie becomes a nymph. Arnold fits here because of his problems with his boots, as well as his...

What is the thesis statement of "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?"

Wed, 8 Oct 2008 20:36:58 PST

What is the thesis statement of "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?"

Arnold Friend is an antagonist, yes. He opposes the protagonist, who...

Mon, 6 Oct 2008 01:31:36 PST

Arnold Friend is an antagonist, yes. He opposes the protagonist, who is Connie. Antagonists are not always evil and villainous, though, but in this case, he is evil and has the worst of intentions. Arnold is a strange man who certainly could be the devil in disguise, according to eNotes:Many critics have suggested that Arnold Friend is the devil in disguise. He has trouble balancing on his small feet—hooves?—and the make-up on his face...

Is Arnold Friend the antagonist in "Where Are You Going, Where...

Sun, 5 Oct 2008 19:34:49 PST

Is Arnold Friend the antagonist in "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?"

This has been previously answered, the link is below.

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 09:14:11 PST

This has been previously answered, the link is below.

What do 33 19 17 mean?

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 12:34:40 PST

What do 33 19 17 mean?

Ok we where trying to think of what the numbers ment in class and i...

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 14:46:50 PST

Ok we where trying to think of what the numbers ment in class and i think all the bible terms are good because Arnold Friend is shown as an anti-christ.But it turns out that they dont mean anything.

How does Connie and Arnold's relationship continue to develop once he...

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 21:40:48 PST

How does Connie and Arnold's relationship continue to develop once he comes to her house?How do you suppose he knows where she lives.

Explain Connie's relationship with Arnold and how it develops in the...

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 21:35:39 PST

Explain Connie's relationship with Arnold and how it develops in the story,considering where she first meets him.