Cattleman's Courtship (25 page)

QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION

What do you think is the main theme of this story?
How is that represented?
Which character could you identify the most with in this story and why?
Cara’s mother seemed to think that it was more important to help needy children in other countries than her own child. What are you thoughts on this?
Was Cara’s mother right in her actions? Why or why not?
Money seems to be an issue for Nicholas. Why do you think that was?
Was he right in thinking this? Can you sympathize?
What was your reaction to Cara’s initial ultimatum to Nicholas? Was she right in her expectations?
In what way does the story show Cara’s change in her attitude? Is there a change?
Who do you think had to make the biggest change in his or her attitude in this story and how was that portrayed?
In my stories I often deal with the repercussions on children of decisions made by parents. Have you had to look at your own life and deal with things your parents have done to you? What were the results?
Have you ever had to look at your own life and wonder about the repercussions of some of your decisions on your children’s lives? And if not your children, then brothers? Sisters? Cousins?
Was the ending of this book realistic? Why or why not?
What did you learn from this story?

ISBN: 978-1-4268-6076-8

CATTLEMAN’S COURTSHIP

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