Outside a handful of scenes that use red and orange, Flamer is predominantly a black and white graphic novel. Why does Mike Curato choose to use color sparingly? Using three examples, explore the text’s use of color.

How does clothing in Flamer function to reveal Aiden’s state of mind?

What impact does the church have on Aiden’s sense of identity and self-worth? Why does Aiden retain his position as an altar server, and what purpose does the church serve for Aiden? Use examples from the text to support your answer.