In "Al Capone Does my Shirts" by Gennifer Choldenko, is Piper's scheme corruption?

Question

In the novel, Al Capone Does my Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko, is Piper's Scheme considered a type of corruption? Also, is Moose getting popularity also a type of corruption? If not, what other 3 things in Al Capone Does my Shirts is a piece that shows Corruption?

Answer 1

Hi, Nicole!

As long as you can support your answers with evidence from the text, they are absolutely examples of corruption in the novel. My students often had a lack of confidence when they were coming up with examples for essays, but generally your first instincts make the best essays! My questions for you would be in what ways is Piper's scheme corrupt? and How does Moose gaining popularity demonstrate corruption? If you can answer those questions, you should stick with your ideas!

I hope this helps,

Celeste B.