What literature did seniors in the 90’s study?

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1. In the 90s, high school seniors in America typically encountered a mix of classic literature and contemporary works as part of their English curriculum. While there was some variation between schools, many common texts were widely used. Here are a few examples of literature that seniors might have studied during that time:

   1. Classic Literature:
   2. “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald
   3. “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee
   4. “The Catcher in the Rye” by J.D. Salinger
   5. “Of Mice and Men” by John Steinbeck

   6. “1984” by George Orwell

   7. Contemporary Works:

   8. “A Prayer for Owen Meany” by John Irving
   9. “The Kite Runner” by Khaled Hosseini (though it published in 2003, it might be referenced in the context of late 90s literature discussions)

   10. “The Lovely Bones” by Alice Sebold (again, published in 2002 but indicative of the themes that would emerge)

   11. Poetry:

   12. Works by poets like Robert Frost, Maya Angelou, and Sylvia Plath often featured in syllabi.

   13. Plays:

   14. “A Raisin in the Sun” by Lorraine Hansberry

   15. “Death of a Salesman” by Arthur Miller

   16. Essays and Non-fiction:

   17. Selections from famous essays or works by authors like James Baldwin and Joan Didion.

   Curricula differed from state to state and even from school to school, influenced by local educational guidelines, teacher preferences, and the demographics of the student body. Some schools might have leaned more heavily on certain literary movements or themes, incorporating regional literature or works addressing specific social issues relevant to the students.

   If you’re writing a book set in the 90s, consider weaving in discussions or references to these texts to authentically capture the literary landscape of that time!

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