45 pages • 1 hour read
Paul LanganThe Bully
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2002A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
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Explore friendship in the novel. How does Darrell’s relationship with his best friend, Malik, compare to his eventual connection with Harold?
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Discuss the impact of bullying on Darrell’s self-esteem. How does it shape his inner monologue?
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Analyze Darrell’s internal conflict between wanting to stand up for himself and fearing the consequences of confronting Tyray. How does this conflict drive the narrative forward?
