Identify one protagonist and one antagonist in the text. Explain how the protagonist changes throughout the novel and how the antagonist facilitates that change.

How does the novel use shifts in tone to convey thematic and character development? How does the tone shift as the narrative perspective moves from Shannon to Johnny? How does the tone shift as each protagonist grows and changes? Use specific examples to explain your thinking.

Identify one internal conflict and one external conflict in the novel. Trace these conflicts throughout the text, examining whether and how they are resolved. What theme is conveyed by their resolutions or lack thereof?