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1. Who is Gladys?

Gladys is Norma Jeane's mother. Gladys has worked for a film studio for many years.

2. Who is Della?

Della is Gladys's mother. Della raises Norma Jeane until she dies, and Gladys takes over.

3. Why does Gladys like driving through the Hollywood Hills?

Gladys likes driving through the Hollywood Hills because she enjoys looking at the houses of celebrities. Gladys aspires to live like them.

4. What are Norma Jeane's religious beliefs?

Norma Jeane is a Christian Scientist. Norma Jeane converts to Christian Science after living in an orphanage and being influenced by its director.

5. Who gets sent to a mental hospital?

Gladys gets sent to a mental hospital. She spends the rest of her life living there.

6. Who is Dr. Mittelstadt?

Dr. Mittelstadt is the director of an orphanage. She becomes a parental figure to Norma Jeane while she lives there.

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