Where is Halley sent two weeks before school starts again during summer vacation? Why doesn't she want to go? What are the plans that she had instead? Why does Halley qualify for a scholarship in this instance?

What does Halley's mother do for a living? What other extra curricular events or projects is she or was she involved in that tie into her profession? In what way might her education interfere with the manner in which she deals with her daughters and why?

What event brings Halley home early? Who needs Halley's help? What issues arise in the coming weeks that are affected by this event? What decisions must Scarlett make?

What is the first gift that Michael gives to Scarlett? What other gifts does he give her over time? What gift does Michael give her two weeks before he dies? Why does this...