Breaking Night: A Memoir of Forgiveness, Survival, and My Journey from Homeless to Harvard

What does the destruction of Liz’s diorama represent both for her as a student and about her role in her family?

What is represented by the metaphor of the oyster and its pearl?

How do Liz’s childhood experiences predict her adolescent experiences?

Using examples from the text, how does forgiveness lead to redemption for Liz?

When does Liz hit rock bottom? What is her rock bottom and how does she escape it?

Using three examples of how the theme of isolation comes into play in Breaking Night, what do you think Liz Murray is trying to tell readers about family?

Not all addictions are drug-related. Does Liz suffer from any addictions? If so, what are they?

Is Carlos kind or cruel? Support your answer with evidence from the text.