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Essay Topic 1

Why do you think Washington chose to split the book into two parts, with one written from Benson's perspective and one written from Mike's perspective? Write an essay explaining your answers.

Essay Topic 2

How does Washington build suspense about what has really happened between Benson and Mike right before Mike's mother comes to visit and Mike leaves for Japan? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 3

How does the reader find out that Benson is HIV positive, and why do you think Washington chose to let the reader know this information at this point in the book and in this manner? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 4

How would you describe Benson's relationship with Mitsuko, and how does this relationship change...

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