Beloved Discussion Questions – Chapters 1 & 2
What does Sethe have engraved on the tombstone of her daughter? Why? How does she “pay” for this?
What is 124?
Why are so many men at Sweet Home named Paul? What does this indicate about the slaves/individuals?
Why is there an eerie light, moving furniture, and a dog thrown across the room at Sethe’s house?
What does Paul D tell Sethe she has on her back? Why is this description symbolic?
What happens to the spirit when Paul D comes to the house?
Who is Baby Suggs? What did Halle do for her? What happened to her other children?
How does Denver feel about the spirit? How does she feel about Paul D? How do you know?
What did Schoolteacher’s nephews do to Sethe in the barn? What happened to Sethe after she told Mrs. Garner what the boys did?
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