Book Discussion on May 27, 2010.Davy tells Zack, "I don't rightly care what people say you. What they say can't make you who you are—'less, of course, your let 'em." (p. 185) Do you agree with Davy's advice? Have you found this advice to be true in your own life?
Davy tells Judy that people shouldn't be "dwellin' on the sad parts of life when you ought to be livin' each day and bein' happy." (p. 202) Do you agree with this advice? Why or why not?
Have you ever been at a crossroads in your life? What choice did you have to make? What was the result?
What characters are at a crossroads in their lives? Explain.
How does Zack change throughout the novel? What inspires him to change?
Contrast Zack's mom with his stepmom.
If you were the Jennings, would you have let Gerda Spratling put a memorial on your property? Why or why not?
Should Sherriff James Jennings have published his report? Why or why not?
Is Davy whom he seems to be? Support your opinion.
Do you feel sorry for Miss Spratling? Why or why not?
Snack ideas: peanut butter & jelly sandwiches; toast
0 comments:
Post a Comment