I Will Call It Georgie's Blues

by Suzanne Newton

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1. In literature, a dynamic character is one who evolves or transforms fundamentally due to experiences and events that shape them. Meanwhile, a static character remains largely unchanged. Delve into the novel to identify its key dynamic and static figures, providing examples from the text to support your analysis.

2. Embark on a journey through the world of jazz music. What are the predominant forms of jazz, and how do they compare and contrast with other musical genres? Consider why the author chose to have Neal embrace the life of a jazz pianist.

3. While physical abuse in families often commands headlines, emotional abuse is a more insidious issue. Investigate emotional abuse within family dynamics. What are its indicators, and what strategies exist for prevention or intervention?

4. Craft a concise paper on a renowned jazz pianist, such as Thelonious Monk, Count Basie, Nat "King" Cole, Dave Brubeck, Duke Ellington, or Fats Waller.

5. In I Will Call It Georgie's Blues, Neal narrates the tale. Examine how his perspective shapes the narrative. Choose an event within the story and recount it from the standpoint of another Sloan family member, or perhaps through multiple perspectives.

6. Neal's passion for jazz resonates throughout Gideon, yet the author leaves Georgie's fate and the Sloan family's future shrouded in mystery. Investigate why many modern authors favor open endings over the traditional "happily ever after" in young adult fiction, drawing parallels with other contemporary novels.

7. Georgie grapples with "profound emotional shock," a psychological condition. Research this or another mental health issue and explore the professional assistance and therapeutic options available locally to address such challenges.

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