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61 pages 2 hours read

Lois Lowry

The Silent Boy

Lois LowryFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2003

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Essay Topics

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What kinds of prejudice are explored in The Silent Boy? How does prejudice impact Jacob’s life?

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How are gender roles portrayed in The Silent Boy? Is there a difference in gender roles based on class, or are all boys and girls subjected to the same standards?

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What is it about Katy and Jacob’s friendship that leaves her feeling so haunted? Why does he make such an impression on her?

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