Problem 1: Analyze the relationship between Mrs. Hopewell and Joy. How does this relationship contribute to Joy's view of life and herself?
Problem 2: What does the term "good country people" mean to each character? How does each character's interpretation of this term show their true character?
Problem 3: Is O'Connor trying to make a point about formal education through this story?
Problem 4: Explain your thoughts about number 6 by using support from the text.
Problem 5: What's the connection between Manley and Hulga's atheism and their heart conditions? Is O'Connor making a religious statement here?