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The Running Dream

Wendelin Van Draanen
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86 pages • 2 hours read

Wendelin Van Draanen

The Running Dream

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011

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  • Essay Topics

    • Essay Topics

    1.

    Aside from the physical loss of her leg, in what other ways is Jessica affected by the bus accident?

    2.

    Consider the definition of “disability.” Is it an appropriate definition Rosa? Or Jessica? In what ways is the description inappropriate or prejudicial? 

    3.

    Investigate the role of friendship in the novel. How are Jessica’s friendships with Fiona and Rosa the same? How are they different? 

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