Chapter 10

1. From Biarritz to Pamplona and throughout the rest of the trip, note how Jake keeps track of the prices he pays. This is important and reflects the theme of values and of the prices we pay, literal and figurative.

2. What does it indicate when Jake describes himself and Bill enjoying the scenery while Robert is asleep in the back of the car?

3. Discuss the conflict that arises between Bill and Robert. What is the anti-Semitic element of the conflict? Why does Jake now have conflict with Robert?

4. Discuss the significance of Jake’s prayers in the cathedral.

5. Resolve the paradox of Bill’s remarks about Robert: “The funny thing is he’s nice, too. I like him. But he’s just so damn awful” (107) and the later comment: “And as far as this Robert Cohn,” Bill said, “he makes me sick, and he can go to hell, and I’m damn glad he’s staying here so we won’t have him fishing with us.”