Bring on the tough stuff - there’s not just one right answer.
- Why does Victor prefer to write out his story instead of saying it aloud?
- In what ways does Victor's stuttering affect his life?
- How does Victor's view of the segregated South form over the course of the book?
- How does Mr. Spiro affect Victor and his growth over the course of the summer?
- What's the deal with Mrs. Worthington? Why is she so sad all the time?
- How does the lack of commas in Paperboy reflect how Victor communicates?
- How do you think the integration of schools changes Victor's life after the book ends?
- What do you think happens to Ara T at the end of the book?
- Do you think that Victor will ever let his parents know that he saw the birth certificate?
- What do you think the words on the dollar bill mean?