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Judy Blume

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Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1975

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Essay Topics

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At the beginning of the text, Katherine says about herself that “I’m always afraid I might” fall apart at emotional turmoil or challenges. How does this hold true, or not, throughout the text? What examples support your claim?

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How does this novel promote healthy sexual relationships, and where is there opportunity for growth? How might this novel read differently in 2023, especially when it comes to conversations about consent?

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Why is Sybil an important character in the text? How does the text use her as an example to show the outcomes of teen pregnancy without shame, blame, or demonization of her sexual habits?