Topic 1

Who is Richie Perry? Where is he from? Why did he decide to join the Army? What author does Richie say he wants to learn to write like? Explain the relationship that Richie has with his mother? Who is his little brother? Explain the mutually dependent relationship that Richie and his little brother share. Who does Richie write letters to? Describe the internal struggle Richie has with fighting in the Vietnam War.

Topic 2

Who is Peewee Gates? What is Peewee’s real first name? Where is Peewee from? What happens with Peewee’s girlfriend, Earlene? Describe Peewee’s personality. What does Peewee pull out from under his pillow when a bigger soldier confronts him? What injuries does Peewee suffer in Vietnam? What does Peewee say he wants to do when he gets back to America? Describe the friendship between Richie and Peewee.

Topic 3

Who is Monaco...