Question

William Faulkner's novel The Sound and the Fury features a mentally challenged narrator, a suicide attempt, the promiscuity of two young women, divorce, and embezzlement. Based on these subjects, what is the most likely universal theme explored in The Sound and the Fury?

salvation and redemption

illusion and reality

courage and cowardice

death and decline

Answer 1

Based on the subjects mentioned above the William Faulkner's novel "The Sound and the Fury" that is most likely universal them explored is death and decline. The novel employs of narrative styles that includes the technique that is commonly known as the stream of consciousness.