1.) Was it ethical of Jimmy McCann to give Dick Morrison the Quitters, Inc. business card? And, knowing what Dick knows at the end of the story, was it ethical of Dick to pass the Quitters, Inc card on to his “crony”? (There are no right or wrong answers, only well supported ones). Be as specific as possible.
2.) How is the “rabbit room” at the Quitters, Inc headquarters a metaphor for what people who smoke/vape do to their families and loved ones on a daily basis? Be specific.
3.) What is the purpose of Dick Morrison’s intellectually disabled son in this story? How does Morrison’s perception of his child affect the reader’s view of him? (It is important to remember that readers are being granted Morrison’s uncensored thoughts. So while his less-than-kind feelings about his child may seem shocking, it is worth remembering that he gives no voice to these ideas.)
4.) King has frequently been criticized for his treatment of female characters. Is Cindy, in this piece, depicted realistically? Why or why not? Be specific.
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