1. Discuss the characteristics of the fade, such as what happens to a character going into the fade, what can be seen or smelled when in the fade, how and when the ability to fade is passed on from generation to generation.
2. Discuss whether the fade is a gift or a curse.
3. Compare and contrast the faders and the effects of the fade on Adelard, Paul, and Ozzie.
4. Discuss the Ku Klux Klan. Mention some of their beliefs and a possible reason why Cormier included them in his novel set in the Northeastern United States when they are generally associated with the Deep South. What is Paul's attitude toward them? Is it possible to determine Cormier's attitude toward the Klan? If so, what is it?
5. Discuss the strike.....
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