How does the narrative satirize all things Neoclassical? Can we categorize Gulliver’s Travels as a Neoclassical text if it is …

Examine the many references to scatological topics (excrement, urinating, Master Bates, etc). What is the purpose and meaning behind calling …

Explore how this narrative is an allegory. Choose a couple of aspects in the narrative that satirically point out the …

Why does Gulliver decide not to take his case to trial? Bolingbroke fled to France just before his trial, just …

The articles of impeachment are a reference to the Committee of Secrecy’s report in which the ousted Tory ministers were …

How are persons chosen for employment in Lilliput? What comment is Swift making on society here? Why is belief in …

How does Gulliver save the “noble pile, which had cost so many ages in erecting” from the fire? Figuratively, what …

Describe how Gulliver defeats the fleet from Blefuscu.  What causes the Lilliputians a few moments of anxiety? The “peace” which …

Considering the above, why do you think Swift calls the two rival political parties the Tramecksan and the Slamecksan?  Are …

Examine the lengthy list of titles the Emperor holds (page 43). What is Swift doing to lampoon George I or …