1. Michael knows that his father could fix his car in a minute, but he never asks him to. Why?

2. Michael and Linda both have doubts about their choices. Life would be easier if they gave in to others' choices for them and did not work for what they wanted. Both overcome their doubt. What does this say about their personalities?

3. How does Michael feel about his parents having lunch at the Jolly Mackerel? What does he imagine could happen? Why is he nervous?

4. Michael finds it easier to understand why a father would run away from the pain of his son dying than why Traci would stay to face pain.

Why?

5. A teacher once told Linda that we do not get what we deserve, but what we think we deserve. Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not?

6. Why did Linda not...