Based on the events portrayed in the book, who is responsible for the Boston Massacre? Is one party solely responsible, or is the responsibility shared across multiple parties? What psychological, political, and social factors contribute to this eruption of violence?

Explore the intersection of liberty and responsibility. Do these values oppose or complement one another? In the novel, how does increased liberty lead to increased responsibility? How do Rachel and other characters navigate the tension between these values?

How do Rachel and other characters maintain their relationships amid rapid social and political change? How does the changing political environment threaten Rachel’s relationships with the people she cares about, and how does it strengthen them?