Ahhhh... the end.


Describe the role women play throughout this novel. Be sure to comment on the significance of Rose of Sharon’s final act
in the novel.

What did you think of the ending of the novel? Was it fitting to the whole of the plot?

Within chapters 22-24, what are some examples that support the theory that there is greater power in numbers?

Which character do you think is going to experience the greatest emotional journey? Why? Support your claim.

How has farming changed according to Chapter 19? Why do the local people fear the migrants? What is a Hooverville? How do you suppose a Hooverville got its name? What are the “three great facts of history”, and what do they imply about the outcome of the events in this novel?

Create one discussion question of your own from the reading. You do NOT need to answer it.