At times Rand seems to behave with a reckless abandon. When does acting too impulsively hurt his cause? When does it help? Is his impulsiveness more helpful or hurtful to his cause?

Discuss Slavery. How does the Seanchan sul'dam treatment of their damane illustrated the evils of slavery?

Discuss the psychological reasons a person held in captivity might begin to sympathize with his or her captive. What methods used by the sul'dam in the book could bring this about?

Perrin seems to be more comfortable being around Rand than Mat does after Rand reveals to both of them that he can channel. Is Mat right to be cautious? Is Perrin right to be more trusting?

Discuss how power may corrupt institutions that begin with noble intentions. How does the history of the Children of the Light illustrate this? What other examples can you think...