1. Anne's friend, Pammy, learns that she can adopt a baby at the same time that she learns she is dying from cancer. How does Pammy think about her new daughter during this time?

2. What is Anne's plan of forgiveness when she realizes that she is one of those Christians who does not forgive?

3. What is the reason that Anne makes Sam go to church?

4. How does Anne learn that she receives grace to overcome and endure?

5. When does Anne first encounter Jesus?

6. One day Anne sits next to a man on a plane who notes the cross on a chain around Anne's neck and asks if she is a born-again Christian? How does Anne respond?

7. Describe Anne's trip to the beach when she tries to get rid of a headache.

8. What does Anne consider to be the first miracle she witnesses?

9. What does Anne mean by "Traveling Mercies"?

10. What decision-making process does Anne use when determining whether or not she should let Sam go paragliding?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Anne recalls spending time with her father as he protests for or against social causes. Why does Anne spend time in controversial episodes? Is it her nature? Or does she just want to be close to her father? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Anne Lamott writes with much wry humor. Point out your favorite humorous scenario. What makes it funny for you? Now point out a funny phrase or word that Anne uses. How is it funny? Will most people find Anne's writing humorous or does it appeal only to certain people?

Essay Topic 3

What is a schmendrick? Why is Anne afraid of becoming one? Has she ever come close to being a schmendrick? Explain.

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