Consider all of the surveillance devices used in Marcus' school. Do you think these devices were necessary? Consider how easily Marcus was able to overcome all of these devices. Was something different needed?

Do you believe there are instances where not only innocent, but also unlikely suspects, such as Marcus and his friends are held against their will in real life? How realistic do you believe Marcus' experience with the Department of Homeland Security might have been?

Consider Marcus' reasoning in Chapter 5 that he and his friends should not tell their parents what happened to them. Do you believe this was the best line of action at this point? Why or why not?

Do you agree with Marcus' father when he argues in Chapter 7 that using data from the subway passes helps the police find the needle in the haystack or with Marcus that...