Question

The universal theme of Our Town is stated by George in the end. True False

Answer 1

The correct answer is False. The universal theme of “Old Town” written by Thornton Wilder is stated by the dead at the end of the play. The dead souls at the end emphasize the universal theme of transience, disapproving of the living for their ignorance and blindness. When they see George’s grief upon Emily’s grave, they characterize it as a waste of human time. They believe that the living should be enjoying their life and not grieve for the dead.