There are a variety of references to music, film, and literature throughout the guide. The end of the novel features the senior skit show in which Amy and the other students dedicate a re-write of “If I Only Had a Brain” from The Wizard of Oz to Sam. Write a close analysis of the song, specifically considering: a) How the source for the song affects its interpretation; and b) How the song impacts the plot of the novel.

There are multiple references to music in the novel. Choose three examples of musical references and explain how these references enhance or highlight important themes in the novel.

There are two films referenced in the novel. One is It’s a Wonderful Life and the other is The Bridge Over the River Kwai. Perform close readings of the references to these films and analyze their function in the narrative. Consider them especially in relation to one another and how they might tie different plot points together.