Myself and I (19 page)
Authors: Earl Sewell
- In what ways has Keysha changed since you first met her in
Keysha's Drama? - Why do you think the supporting characters in this book were so quick to believe all the lies and rumors that were going around about Keysha?
- If Priscilla were as mean to you as she was to Keysha and needed help to save her life, would you have helped her? Why or why not?
- For many African-American teenage girls getting their hair wet is a huge issue, so learning how to swim, which is a lifesaving skill, is oftentimes avoided. Discuss the reasons why you think African-American girls should learn how to swim and ways to manage their hair.
- Why do you think Antonio wanted nothing to do with Priscilla when she told him she was pregnant?
- How do you think life is going to change for Priscilla once her new baby arrives?
- Keysha at one point flirts with thoughts of killing herself. Have you or do you know of anyone who has
had these thoughts? If so, talk about how you or they were able to overcome those feelings - Do you think Jerry was justified in not calling Keysha after all the drama that went down at the massive party?
- If you were in Keysha's shoes and had someone like Lori trying to destroy your life, how would you have dealt with her and all of the lies she spread around?
- Discuss your thoughts on why it took so much for Wesley to realize that it was over between him and Keysha.
- It took a lot for Wesley to admit that he'd relapsed and needed help. Discuss what you feel the turning point was for him and why he finally decided to get some help.
- Sexually transmitted diseases are no joke. Discuss why Lori, Antonio and Wesley were reluctant to get medical help.
- Do you feel that Keysha and Priscilla could ever become close friends like her and Maya?
- Discuss what your favorite part of the book was and why.
- If the Keysha's Drama series were to be turned into a television show or movie, what actors would you cast in the various roles?
MYSELF AND I
ISBN: 978-1-4268-6567-1
© 2010 by Earl Sewell
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