54 pages • 1 hour read
Jonathan EvisonLawn Boy
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018A 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
How has Mike’s troubled family life helped to shape who he is and his drive to succeed, both positively and negatively?
In what ways does Mike’s passion for reading reflect his personality and lead to changes in his life?
Although friends, Mike and Nick are very different characters. However, what are some things that they have in common? How do their experiences keep their friendship alive despite their clashing personas?
How does Jonathan Evison use landscaping work to illuminate economic inequality and unfair work conditions? Give specific examples.
What are some character traits that Mike and Andrew have in common? In what ways do they differ?
What are the main obstacles keeping Mike from achieving his dreams? How does he overcome these barriers?
What three characters are most helpful to Mike in his journey to discover himself and achieve his dreams? Provide specific examples of how these characters help him.
What are three of Mike’s main character traits? How do these characteristics help him achieve his goals?
Several characters help Mike identify and accept his sexual identity. Pick three characters and explain the different roles they play.
How does Evison use humor, often gallows humor, to illuminate serious issues such as economic hardship, inequality, or bigotry? Include specific examples.
