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Instead of linking events with transitional phrases that establish chronology, Alexie uses headings to move readers through his story. How do these headings indicate the passage of time? Are these headings enough, or do you think Alexie should have opened each section of the story with a transitional phrase? (Try to suggest some possibilities.)

The narrator's experiences in each grade in school are illustrated by specific incidents. What do these incidents have in common? What do they reveal about the narrator? About his schools?

Explain the meaning of each of these statements in the context of the story:

• "There is more than one way to starve" (55).

• "Sharing dark skin doesn't necessarily make two men brothers" (59).

• "Believe me, everything looks like a noose if you stare at it long enough" (65).