National Adult Literacy Database

This guide was designed to help students get the most out of their reading of the fictional tale about a 17-year-old boy who, after the suicide of a friend, contemplates taking his own life. Traditional teachings help him work through his pain and become stronger.

The guide includes questions designed to check the student’s comprehension of the story and a section to help the student assess his writing skills. Other activities encourage readers to reflect on how the story relates to their own lives.

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