Discuss the theme of friendship in the novel. What does the novel suggest makes a good friend? How does forgiveness factor into that depiction?

Compare and contrast Ann and Mrs. Kaminski. In what ways are both good mothers? Is one better than the other? Explain your response.

Consider each character’s behavior after the accident. Which character’s reaction most closely reflects how you think you would handle that situation? What makes you think you would respond that way? Take into account how that character wrestles with The Struggle Between Ethics and Survival.