SuitabookMultiple choice
Janet Tashjian
- Reading
- Consider reading alongside the book’s turning points: first identify what the game offers Monica, then pause after its consequences to discuss choice and repair. Revisit the ending to assess how convincing her changed perspective feels.
- Themes
- Perfectionism and decision-making: Monica is preoccupied with doing and saying the right thing, then uses a Scrabble-tile game to surrender decisions. The game initially feels exciting and liberating but becomes harmful; the story ultimately presents more constructive self-analysis as possible.
- Responsibility and repair: The game leads to harmful and socially damaging choices, followed by Monica’s remorse and support from caring adults. The story examines consequences and remorse, while presenting adult care and reflection as part of Monica’s response.
- Worth knowing
- A caring-adult response is described, though the ending’s detail remains limited.