Slammed

How does Kel and Caulder’s relationship speak to the importance of human connection in managing Grief and Loss?

Do you find Kel and Caulder’s decision to dress as Julia’s cancerous lungs for Halloween inappropriate? Why or why not?

Describe the ways in which Lake’s experiences mirror Will’s life. How do these shared experiences contribute to their attraction and connection?

Do you agree or disagree with Will’s rejection of Lake to allow her time with her dying mother? Does his decision ignore Lake’s autonomy?

What role does Lake’s late father play in her character development?

In your opinion, which character benefits the most from the cathartic nature of poetry? Justify your decision with textual evidence.

To what extent is the blended family presented in the Epilogue symbolic of both Grief and Loss and hope and healing?

How does Lake repair her relationship with her mother after reflecting on Will’s poem, “Death”? How does the poem illustrate the power of art in helping people process complex emotions?