Bring on the tough stuff - there’s not just one right answer.
- What surprises Delphine about the Black Panthers? Why is their cause important to Cecile but not Pa? What does this tell us about them?
- Why does Delphine want to skip the rally? Does she agree with what the Black Panthers are fighting for?
- How does Delphine's attitude towards her mother change over the book? What do you think happens between the two of them next?
- Why do you think Cecile leaves? What does it have to do with Fern's name? Do you feel sorry for Cecile at all?
- Cecile tells Delphine she should be more selfish. Do you agree? What would happen if Cecile acted more like Delphine once in a while?
- What's the role of poetry in the book? How might Cecile's impact be different if she wasn't a writer? Why is writing so important?
- What is Delphine's relationship with Cecile like? Do you think she forgives her mom for abandoning her? Why do you think they keep in touch?