96 pages 3 hours read

Sherri L. Smith

Flygirl

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009

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Essay Topics

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Ida’s favorite thing to do in the world is fly planes. How does Ida’s passion for flying affect her choices throughout the novel? What does flying mean or signify for Ida?

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What challenges does Ida face because of her race throughout the novel? What does this demonstrate about the historical context of the novel?

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Ida struggles with the question of whether it is okay to lie if it is for a good cause. When do Ida’s lies help her, and when do they get her in trouble? How does she justify when it is okay to lie?