1

How did Mama Jean remain control over Jamie when he was a little boy? How were some of her tactics cruel and potentially debilitating to her young son?

2

How did Mama Jean maintain the upper hand with her husband? In your opinion was he cowed by her or was he on to her and just placated her? Explain your answer.

3

When did Jamie have his first alcoholic drinks? Were the parents negligent in giving him alcohol at a young age? Did they mean to harm him? Explain.

4

Explain the dynamics between Mama Jean and Jamie from his statement that he looked forward to living the gay lifestyle – a lifestyle that his mother detested. Why was Jamie so anxious to adapt a lifestyle that his mother hated?

5

Describe the relationship between Jamie and Michael Hayes. Who cares more than the other? What do you base that on?

6

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