Lars Eighner's essay 'On Dumpster Diving' discusses the practice of scavenging and the origins of the term 'dumpster.' He shares his perceptions of college students and highlights the advantages of scavenging on college campuses. The essay also invites readers to explore vocabulary related to the themes of survival and resourcefulness.

1. “On Dumpster Diving” by Lars Eighner (
50 Essays
, p. 139-151)
Due Date: Tuesday, October 18
1.
Eighner begins the essay by explaining where the term
“Dumpster” originated. Why do you think he begins this way?
2.
What is Eighner’s opinion of college students? Why is
scavenging around a college campus so effective for him?
3.
Define the following vocabulary words from the essay. Use each
word in a sentence of your own. Briefly explain why the author
of the essay chose to use these words.
a.
Scrounging (139)
i.

2. Definition:
ii.
Part of Speech:
iii.
Sentence:
iv.
Why does the author use this word?
b.
Sinecure (150)
i.
Definition:
ii.
Part of Speech:
iii.
Sentence:

3. iv.
Why does the author use this word?
4.