The Dry Grass of August Reading Guide & Discussion Questions

1. What do you think about Paula's decision to take Mary on the trip, given the antipathy in the deep south post Brown v. Board?
2. Why does Puddin so often try to hide or run away? What does her behavior say about the family?
3. Why didn't Paula try to stop Bill from beating Jubie?

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