Nelson knows how to protect himself from HIV and STDs, but he does not use a condom when he is with Brick.
Why does Nelson seek relationships on-line? What are the dangers of Internet relationships? Why do you think he agrees to meet in person?ĩ. Nelson puts himself in danger when he agrees to meet an on-line friend in person.
What are the benefits of community? Why would a person seek community support? Conversely, how does the absence of community affect self-esteem and personal development?Ĩ. For example, the Rainbow Youth Group, Al-Anon, PFLAG, and what Shea describes as the “incredible lesbian community” of Smith College, all play a role. Community is a recurrent theme in Rainbow Boys. What is the purpose of a GSA? In what ways do Nelson and Kyle believe a GSA Would benefit students? What is Principal Mueller’s opinion? Do you agree or disagree with Principal Mueller? Why?ħ.
Nelson and Kyle want to start a Gay-Straight Alliance, or GSA, at their school. What is homophobia? How does homophobia manifest itself in the boys’ school? How do teachers and administrators address the verbal harassment and physical assaults to which Kyle and Nelson are subjected?Ħ. What is their relationship like with their parents? What opinions do their parents have on homosexuality? How do Jason’s and Kyle’s parents respond when they learn their sons are gay?ĥ. Compare and contrast the boys’ family life. What helps them gain the confidence to come out to their friends and family?Ĥ. Why do Jason and Kyle choose-to different degrees-to remain “in the closet” about their sexuality?ģ. “It’s a question of liking yourself and feeling good about being gay.” For many reasons, however, people choose not to come out. “Coming out means you’re no longer ashamed to tell people,” Shea explains. On his way to the Rainbow Youth meeting, Jason refers to Nelson as the “school fag.” Why? According to Jason, what defines Nelson as homosexual? At the meeting he discovers “a pretty diverse-looking group.” What does “gay” look like to Jason? How does Jason stereotype gays and lesbians? How do these stereotypes impact how Jason feels about himself? How does hiding one’s identity affect self-esteem?Ģ. Three high school seniors-Jason, an athlete who things he might be gay Kyle, who’s in the closet to his family and classmates and Nelson, out and proud-struggle with the issues of friendship, homophobia, and sexual identity in this important debut novel by author Alex Sanchez.ġ.
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