The Bluest Eye "Spring" Questions (URGENT) 1. Analyze the feelings of guilt and shame that Frieda experiences after her encounter with Mr. Henry. Do you think that Frieda’s parents, friends, or other adults could have made it easier for Frieda by telling her that it wasn’t her fault? Why do you believe the adults did not do this? 2. Discuss Frieda’s exchange with Maginot Line in Part IV. Does Frieda realize that her words will offend or hurt Maginot Line? Why does she say them? How does Maginot Line respond? Is her response justified? 3. Analyze the early relationship of Pauline Williams and Cholly Breedlove. How did they feel about each other in their early marriage? What changed in order to cause conflict in their relationship? Do you think their marriage might have been saved? Why or why not? 4. Discuss the downfall of Cholly Breedlove. What led to Cholly’s resentment of his wife and family? Do you think that the downfall of Cholly is attributable to society and its expectations of Cholly? Why or why not? 5. Analyze and discuss the impact of being raped by her father on Pecola. How do you think this affected the girl? Do you think this was the final straw that sent her to madness? Why or why not?