Choose one of the following topics and write at least 200 words.

1. Trace Shan's development from immaturity to maturity.

2. Show how Jesse Stuart uses the setting of the story to mirror Shan's feelings.

3. Compare and contrast Grace and Jo-Anne.

4. Discuss how the mountain setting contributes to the outcome of the story.

Write one paragraph for each of your main points.

Try to use connecting words at the end or beginning of each paragraph.

Summarize and conclude in a conclusion paragraph.

Use evidence from the story to support your analysis.