Discuss the role of women in this novel, and how it changes from the beginning of the novel to the end.

Why does Apa abandon his family? What are the main factors leading to Apa's abandonment?

Was the immigration of the Park family from Korea to America ultimately a good thing for the family?

Discuss friendships in this novel. Most of the characters are shown at some point with a friend, and Young Ju's friendship leads to the climax of the novel. How are the characters different or further developed when seen in relation to their friends?

Identify and discuss Apa's version of masculinity. How does Apa view himself in relation to his view of what a man should be?

What effect does Apa's return to Korea have on the family?

What effect do Apa's lessons on how to be a man have on...