The novel poses many interpretations. For your paper, explain how the novel utilizes the over-arching metaphor of the painting to expound on larger ideas such as:

1. Why do people wear masks?

2. If people could hide who they are as successfully as Dorian, how would they behave?

3. What role does religion play in Dorian ‘s life? How and why is that significant?

4. What kind of philosophy of life does Dorian espouse? What are the ramifications of such a lifestyle? The paper should be 3-4 pages in length with citations from the novel and 1-2 citations from outside sources, such as secondary sources ( journals etc). Make sure to use MLA guidelines.