"As Bright as Heaven" Quiz
A family navigates love, loss, and the Spanish flu epidemic in Philadelphia during World War I.
historical fiction | 387 pages | Published in 2018
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- How does the setting of Philadelphia in the early 1900s impact the story in 'As Bright as Heaven'?
- What role does the Spanish flu epidemic play in the narrative of 'As Bright as Heaven'?
- Discuss the significance of the title 'As Bright as Heaven' in relation to the themes explored in the book.
- How do the different perspectives of the characters, Pauline, Evelyn, Maggie, and Willa, contribute to the overall understanding of the story?
- Examine the theme of grief and loss in 'As Bright as Heaven'. How do the characters cope with tragedy?
- Discuss the role of family dynamics in the novel. How do the relationships between family members shape the story?
- Analyze the character of Pauline Bright. How does she evolve throughout the book?
- What is the significance of the profession of undertakers in the story? How does it reflect the theme of mortality?
- Explore the theme of hope in 'As Bright as Heaven'. How do the characters find hope in the midst of tragedy?
- Discuss the author's use of historical events and facts in the novel. How does it enhance the storytelling?
