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Wish You Well
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Wish You Well examines many alternative definitions of family. Give examples of these.
Is Ole Mo a negative or positive figure? In your opinion, what does he symbolize?
Lou experiences a dramatic change in perspective over the course of the story. Describe this shift.
The book’s title contains multiple levels of meaning. Discuss its various interpretations.
How does Diamond act as a catalyst to change Lou’s viewpoint?
The book describes various notions of the value of high rock. Compare and contrast Louisa’s view with that of the big business interests that wish to use the land.
The characters make several trips to the wishing well. Describe these events and the changing attitude of the characters who visit it.
Louisa imparts many lessons to the children. Think of a few examples and discuss them.
Letters are a recurring motif in the novel. How do they function to advance the plot?
The power of faith is a central theme of the book. Discuss the ways in which Oz and Cotton demonstrate this theme.
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