Identify one protagonist and one antagonist in the text. How does the protagonist change throughout the text, and how does the antagonist facilitate that change? Use textual evidence to support your answer.

Identify two conflicts in the text. Trace their development throughout the text. If they are resolved, explain how. How do their resolutions, or lack thereof, contribute to the novel’s thematic explorations?

What role does Weasel’s character play in the text? Analyze how he impacts Lidia’s growth and development. How do his actions support the theme of Self-Sacrifice and Resilience Against Genocidal Violence?