Belle Prater's Boy | Topics for Discussion

1. Characterize Belle Prater's life as (a) a teenager, (b) a newlywed, and (c) a wife/mother shortly before her "disappearance."

2. What really happened to Belle Prater? What are some probable causes for her "disappearance"? Be sure to note Porter's answer to Gypsy's question at the end of chapter 16.

3. Woodrow and Gypsy both have a tragedy in their background. Compare and contrast the way each handles his or her situation.

4. Characterize Amos Leemaster. Consider his nickname for his daughter and his friendship with Blind Benny.

5. Why did Amos...

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