1. Characterize the life of the Cooper family when they were still in Flint ville. How did they get along at that time?

2. Why did the Coopers decide to move to Florida? How are they welcomed by the Key West community?

3. Who are the conchs and why don't they like outsiders who settle in their town? Why do they change their opinion of the Coopers?

4. What problems does Chris Cooper have to face in school? How do his classmates react toward Chris?

5. Characterize Chris's father. What did he do before moving to Florida and how did that help him in his search for the treasure?

6. What causes Chris's parents to separate? How does Chris feel about that?

7. Discuss the characterization of Shannon Horn. How does she treat Chris?

8. Describe the relationship Shannon has with her mother. Why is Chris fascinated by Betty Horn when he...