1. What solution does Aunt Dorie Kay offer to Tiger when Tiger is worried about how the Parker household will function after Aunt Dorie Kay goes home?

2. What are Tiger's mixed feelings about going to Baton Rouge with Aunt Dorie Kay?

3. Why does Aunt Dorie Kay feel so frustrated with Lonnie regarding household management and what arrangement does she make with Brother Dave to help the Parkers?

4. What does Tiger learn about racial disparity when spending time with Magnolia?

5. How does Tiger demonstrate strength of character regarding Abby Lynn's opinions of her?

6. How does the author show that Tiger craves a sophisticated lifestyle but still has a lot to learn about living in the city?

7. What changes has Aunt Dorie Kay made in her life to escape her past and what changes does she suggest for Tiger?

8. Who is Magnolia and what is her role in the story?

9. To what does Tiger compare they way people in town treat her parents?

10. What is Tiger's behavior during the time of Granny's funeral?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of pride. Identify at least two instances about pride in the book and then cite examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Magnolia. What is her role in the story? What was the author trying to accomplish by developing Magnolia's character in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of struggle. Identify at least two instances about struggle in the book and then cite examples to support your answers.

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