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Define “good” versus “evil” and “hero” versus “villain.” Discuss how Stevenson relays these stereotypes and then breaks them.
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Discuss the role of killing and how different characters (Nimona, Blackheart, Goldenloin, and “the Institution”) use and/or justify it.
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Throughout the book, Ballister, Ambrosius, or Nimona bring up either their own rules or societal rules. In small groups or as a class, discuss the pros and cons of setting rules in various communities and circumstances. When is it appropriate to break rules and when is it not appropriate?
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Compare and contrast Nimona’s rules to Blackheart and Goldenloin’s rules. In what ways are they different, and why?
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Discuss Blackheart’s plan to expose the Institute. Is it okay to make people sick to expose a greater evil? Brainstorm other possible alternatives Blackheart might have followed.
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Discuss what Goldenloin meant on page 162 when he said, “We assumed she was a girl disguised as a monster, but she’s not. She’s a monster disguised as a girl.”
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Discuss the power of apologies (relating to pages 153-154) and Blackheart’s statement that, “You never said it before… don’t get me wrong, it’s not like I would have forgiven you. Still, it’s a relief I suppose.”
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