Research the topic of elder care. What are some typical problems that arise when people care for an elderly parent, and how are these shown in The Stone Angel?

Investigate the aging process and how it affects short-and long-term memory. How are these changes reflected in The Stone Angel?

Research the history of Manitoba and describe how it was affected by the Great Depression in the 1930s.

How accurately is this reflected in what happens to Manawaka in The Stone Angel?

Describe your response to Hagar Shipley. Does your reaction to her change during the course of the novel, and if so, in what way?