- How did Lizzie change from age 14 to 17?
- How might Joe describe the story from his perspective? Why?
- What role did Laura play in the family and how did her actions affect Lizzie and Edward?
- What did Lizzie’s father do to support the family?
- How did Lizzie’s mother die and what changed in the family after her death?
- Where were the household servants from? Was this typical in New England? Why?
- How were educational opportunities available for girls different in 1850 compared to those available to girls today?
Please let me know what you think! Or comment to suggest other questions.