CKQ+Jonathan

1. Why is this not the best of all possible worlds? But, at the same time, //Candide// is not an entirely hopeless novel. What 'rays of hope' do you see? As you post your responses to the key question also mention 'rays of hope' that you see in the novel.

Here are some specific categories to look for:
 * religion
 * kings
 * governments
 * war
 * avarice (greed)
 * social pride
 * dishonesty
 * slavery
 * inhuman treatment of others
 * disease
 * cataclysms

In the appropriate page below, respond to the key question. Essentially, you are helping us understand how Voltaire is satirizing Optimism in your section. You will present your findings to the class after the class has completed reading your section. Assessment will be based on thoroughness in identifying the targets of Voltaire's satire in your section.

Candide rarely gets time to rest. He is always getting into unfortunate events. However, he still obtains hope. For example, even if he gets into situations that are really bad, he still gets chances to get out of it. Also, the old woman, who has experienced the society and life, gives wise advices to Candide and Cungonde. Another ray of hope might be the colonel. He helps Candide and Cacambo by providing horses and gears. They also get help from the civilization of Eldorado. By considering these factors, we can conclude that there are rays of hope everywhere.