Topic 1

Who is Miss Jean Brodie? Why does she insist on teaching at a conservative all girls school? Why does she always talk about being in her prime? Why does she insist she is in her prime, but never really does anything about it, such as find a husband? What does Miss Brodie recall about her old lover? What does the betrayal of one of the Brodie set do to Miss Brodie? Why is this important? How does it change Miss Brodie’s life?

Topic 2

Discuss the relationship between Sandy and Miss Brodie. Are they friends or confidantes? Is there competition in their relationship? How does Sandy feel about Miss Brodie? How does Miss Brodie feel about Sandy? Why does Sandy think she is in competition with Miss Brodie? What does she do about it? What happens to Miss Brodie? Does Sandy tell the truth? Explain.

Topic 3