Mama's Boy tells two life stories: that of Lance and that of his mother Anne. How does the author interweave these two narratives? How they are connected thematically?

Students should analyze both the structural and thematic connections between Lance and Anne's life stories. They may note that their mother-son relationship may have naturally contributed to the primarily chronological structure of the narrative that begins with Anne's childhood before moving into her adult years and the beginning of Lance's life story. Students should also note the thematic parallels in their life stories: both mother and son are different in a world where differences are not readily accepted.

From his mother, Lance learns that promises are sacred. How does this belief shape his actions and his life?

Students should highlight the importance of the promise that Lance made to the LGBTW+ community during his Oscar speech: that they would...