Instructions for Dancing

What are different characters’ perspectives of love? For instance, how does Evie Thomas think of love compared to her parents, Danica, and Xavier “X” Woods? How does your personal definition of love fit into the spectrum of these characters? Remember to cite textual evidence to support your answer.

Evie has a distinct voice, including many moments of humor. In which chapters did you hear Evie’s voice most prominently? How did Yoon develop this voice, and how does it make Evie come off? For instance, what personality traits does Evie have based on her voice? Cite textual evidence to support your answer.

Evie’s father tells her “to love is human” and that love is the “question and the answer and the reason to ask in the first place. It’s everything” (248). What do you think this quote means? Do you agree or disagree with this quote?