Personal Identity Through History How do the events of our time shape who we are? How does history impact the author? The characters in the text? How do past events affect the present and potentially the future? Are those who ignore history doomed to repeat it? Can one truly separate oneself from the events of the world? How does oppression limit progression (individually and/or collectively)?

Knowledge Comes at a Price Is there a price for the early loss of innocence? Is there such a thing as too much knowledge? Is there a price for a lack of knowledge? When can knowledge be dangerous? Is knowledge power? How can knowledge be used for good? For evil?

Through the Eyes of Youth Is the loss of innocence inevitable? How does a child’s perspective of the world differ from an adult’s? Is it better to be naïve or to be aware? Do adverse events have the capability to steal the innocence of youth? What happens when youth try to grow up too quickly? Are youth capable of having/understanding adult emotions and issues? Is there a price for the early loss of innocence?

Ordinary People as Heroes What defines a hero? Is there a difference between a hero and a role model? How can an ordinary person be a hero? Do the actions of a hero have to impact many? Do people plan to be heroes? Is it a choice? Are heroes human?