Essay Questions

How is Casey McQuiston developing gay rights as the main theme in ‘One Last Stop?’

Gay rights emerge as the main theme in the entire text. August is the protagonist who is bisexual and only gets attracted to fellow females. Similarly, June is introduced as a bisexual person from the 1970s. August and June are fighting for their place in society as they form a close bond publicly to express their feelings. Therefore, people of the same sex have the right to free association and express their views without fear of intimidation or contradiction.

What made August bisexual in her life?

While growing up, August spent most of her time with her amateur mother looking for her missing uncle. Therefore, as a child, August never got an opportunity to interact with her age mates of the same sex. After growing up, August realized that she was attracted to fellow females.

How paradoxical is the New York subway?

New York subway is a busy transit system characterized by the arrival and departure of passengers from all walks of life. Ironically, the same busy subway turns out to be a romantic scene where August meets June, with whom they form a strong bond that leads to romance.