Trace the main events that lead to Daniels acceptance of love and his rejection of hatred.

Discuss the parallels between Leah and Samson.

Explore the reasons why love and understanding can overcome fear and violence.

Discuss the similarities between the roof of Daniel's grandmother and the mountaintop.

Explain what the cave on the mountain represents.

What purpose does Marcus, the Roman soldier, play in the novel?

Explore the actions of Thacia, which could give the reader the opinion she can see the whole picture more than Daniel or Joel.