War Horse

Joey recalls that “a yearling colt and a young boy have more in common than awkward gawkishness” (8). In what other ways are Joey and Albert similar characters?

The soldiers who died during WWI are often called “the lost generation.” How does the author elaborate on this phrase throughout the novel?

Is Father a sympathetic character? Why or why not?

What kind of impact did the advancements in technological warfare have on WWI, and the cavalry, specifically?

What is the significance of the German soldier and the British soldier tossing a coin for Joey? What might the author be trying to say about ways to resolve conflict?

The theme of courage is prevalent throughout War Horse. Pick one instance where a character exhibits courage and describe how that event relates to their growth as a character.

In what ways do some of the characters glorify war? Does their attitude toward war change throughout the novel?

Grandfather makes Albert promise that he will tell Emilie’s story so she won’t be forgotten. What is the importance of passing down stories about real people, orally or otherwise?