"Never Have I Ever" Quiz
"Never Have I Ever" by Sara Shepard follows Emma Paxton as she assumes her missing twin sister Sutton's identity to uncover the truth behind Sutton's mysterious disappearance.
young adult | 309 pages | Published in 2011
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Essay questions
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- Discuss how Sara Shepard uses the game of 'Never Have I Ever' as a metaphor for secrets and guilt in the novel.
- Analyze the character of Sutton Mercer. How does her background and relationships influence her actions throughout the story?
- Explore the theme of identity in 'Never Have I Ever.' How does Emma struggle with her sense of self, and how does her journey reflect larger questions about identity?
- Examine the role of family in the novel, especially the dynamics between Sutton, Emma, and their adoptive families.
- How does the author use suspense and pacing to build tension throughout the narrative? Provide examples.
- Discuss the significance of secrets and lies in the relationships between the main characters. How do these secrets drive the plot?
- How does Sara Shepard create unreliable narrators or ambiguous situations in the story? What effect does this have on the reader?
- Evaluate the role of social status and privilege in the characters’ interactions and decisions.
- Consider the motif of twins and mistaken identity. How does this motif contribute to the central conflicts of the novel?
- Analyze how female friendships are portrayed in the book. Are they supportive, competitive, or something more complex?
- How does Emma’s perspective as an outsider shape her interpretation of Sutton’s world?
- In what ways does the novel critique or reinforce stereotypes about high school life and social cliques?
- Discuss the use of cliffhangers and plot twists in 'Never Have I Ever.' How do they affect your engagement with the story?
