1. The Sebastian family is living in a home bequeathed to them by Aunt Grace, who is regarded by the family as a demon. Why is Aunt Grace unloved and unappreciated by the family?

2. Aunt Grace left the brownstone house to Meg "in trust." Was she justified in leaving the house to her heirs in this manner?

3. Nick, the father, shows an inordinate amount of care and concern toward Sybil. Is he genuinely concerned about her or is he motivated by his own needs? Take a position on this and support your views by references to incidents in the story.

4. Sybil's older sisters had become somewhat disaffected toward Nick.

Were there good reasons for their feelings? What had transpired during the past to account for their feelings?

5. Was Meg, mother of the Sebastian sisters, a well-rounded character? Why or why not? Is Meg a memorable...