What is Meridian's stance on violence, ultimately? When is violence necessary in the name of justice?

Why can't Truman and Meridian come together in a permanent relationship? What do they find with each other when they go canvassing for votes?

Why is Lynne attracted to black communities?

Why does Truman want to date white women? Why does he feel as if he shouldn't have a white wife?

How is gender discrimination in the book different from racial discrimination?

What is the source of Meridian's guilt, and how does it affect her?

How does the Civil Rights Movement change over the course of the book?