1. 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?

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

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

4. How does the author show that Tiger is becoming more emotionally discerning?

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

6. What does Tiger note regarding her grief for Granny and the hurt that Aunt Dorie Kay feels about her strained relationship with Granny?

7. What does Lonnie prove are his positive characteristics?

8. What is Corrina's state of mind after Granny's death and what arrangements does Aunt Dorie Kay make for some immediate care?

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

10. What advice does Magnolia give to Tiger regarding Tiger's family?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Corrina Parker. What did she look like? What is her family position? What were her positive personality traits? What were her dreams and fears? What was most valuable to her in her world?

Essay Topic 2

"My Louisiana Sky" is a classic example of a coming-of-age story. What does that classification entail? Why does this book fit into this category?

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Tiger Ann Parker. What did she look like? How old is she? What were her positive personality traits? What were her dreams and fears? What was most valuable to her in her world?

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