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1. Was it unethical for Dr. Dileo to deceive Antonia into thinking she was offering guidance to Jazz? What is your perspective on this? In your view, who was in greater need of counseling?

2. How influential do you believe clothing is in shaping others' perceptions? How naturally can you overlook outward appearances to evaluate someone’s true character?

3. To what extent do you comprehend the dynamics between Jazz's mother and Antonia's mother with their children? In what ways do these relationships impact how Jazz and Antonia connect with their mothers?

4. When Jazz calls Antonia a "priss," what traits does she see that lead to this label? What other labels do teenagers assign to their peers, and how do they decide who fits these descriptions?

5. Between Jazz and Antonia, who do you think is more prone to judging others based on looks alone?

6. What do you think fuels Jazz's resentment towards her parents? Does Antonia harbor similar feelings towards her own parents? Discuss your reasoning.

7. In your opinion, does Jazz struggle with learning difficulties? What leads you to this conclusion?

8. Why might Antonia be drawn to joining the math club, in your view?

9. Why do you think there's often a negative reaction towards kids who express themselves in unconventional ways?

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