Prodigy

The decision to name the dual point-of-view novel Prodigy is an interesting choice, especially given its explicit connection to June. Consider the meaning of the word and hypothesize why it was chosen for the title of this book. Cite textual details to support your answer.

Day is an influential public figure in the novel and significant pressure falls on him because of it. List three examples of ways in which this pressure affects his behavior or decisions in uncharacteristic ways.

Day and June struggle with their relationship throughout this book as their differences are made apparent. They and their peers even state that they are not good matches for one another. Why do you suppose they still love each other despite these differences? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.