Who is the true Dr. Halsey? Why has she chosen to create a group of elite soldiers—the Spartans? Do you believe she is guilty of committing an evil act or the good act of trying to save humankind? If Dr. Halsey is innocent, why does she keep the origins of the Spartans a secret?

Who is the true John 117? Why has he chosen to leave his parents and family behind to become a Spartan? Why do you think John emerges as a natural leader of the Spartans? What do you think happens to John?

Discuss the relationship between Dr. Halsey and John. Are they friends, colleagues or do they have a mother and son type relationship? Is there true competition in their relationship? How does Dr. Halsey feel about John? How does John feel about Dr. Halsey? How do Dr. Halsey's feelings...