The Perks of Being a Wallflower Part 1

Who do you think Charlie is writing to? Are there certain age groups/people who listen better than others?

How did Charlie react to Michael's suicide?

Describe Charlie's family. What is his relationship with the various people in his family?

Who is Susan? Do you think she is a typical freshman having made the transition from middle school to high school?

Describe the incident with Sean.

Describe the relationship between Charlie's sister and her boyfriend. Is this a healthy relationship?

Who is Nothing? What do you think the significance of this name is to Charlie?

Who is Sam? What is Charlie's immediate reaction to her?

What do we learn about Charlie during his last letter?

Sam says that girls like guys who give them a "purpose." Do you agree with this statement?