Q&A
What is the symbolism found in Augustus’ cigarette?
Augustus likes to put cigarettes in his mouth but not light them because he believes that they don’t kill you unless you let them. He tells Hazel, “They don’t kill you unless you light them” (Green 20). Hazel believes that there are enough things that can kill you, why add to that list, but after Augustus explains why he does it, she understands.
Where does the story take place?
Indianapolis, Indiana
Why does Augusus’s dad turn to Hazel?
When Hazel asks if Gus is okay, they all say that he’s dying. Augustus’s dad tells Hazel that “I thank God for you everyday kid” (Green 252). He likes to see Gus have good days and believes Hazel is a big part in that.
Who is the narrator ?
Hazel Grace
What do the doctors say about Hazel's planned trip to Amsterdam?
Dr. Simon is negative about the idea of travel while Dr. Maria says it’s Hazel’s life and choice despite the risks. While at an appointment, Dr. Simon tells Hazel, “The thought around here is that it’s possible the Phalanxifor is worsening the edema, but we’d face more serious problems if we discontinued its use” (Green 115). With this information her parents tell her she can’t go without medical consensus.
Where did Hazel and Gus walk to their last day in Amsterdam?
to Vondelpark
Why is Van Houten not able to answer Hazel’s question about what happens to the characters of An Iimperial Aaffliction after the novel ended?
Van Houten retells them what happens to Sisyphus the Hamster. When he gets to the subject of the Dutch Tulip Man, he says, “Nothing happens to the Dutch Tulip Man. He isn’t a con man or not a con man; he’s God”. This is him saying he won’t go further into the characters in a more complicated way.
When does the story take place?
Modern times
What is Augustus’s condition?
Gus ended up in the ER with chest pain where, the doctors admitted him overnight. Gus’s mom told Hazel, “His heart and working too hard. He needs to scale back on activity. They’re putting him on some new medicine that should be better for the pain” (Green 232). Two weeks later, Augustus was in a wheelchair, but out of the hospital.
Why did Van Houten come to Indiana?
Someone close to him died
Why does Hazel call Kaitlyn? What does she need advice about?
Haze calls Kaitlyn to help with boy problems., Aafter her picnic with Augustus, she was confused on how she felt. Hazel tells Kaitlyn, “I have boy problems” (Green 65) and comes to the conclusion that she can’t have any romantic feelings for Augustus. She ends up texting him and he agrees.
What were the tickets Lidewij gave Hazel and Gus for?
To see Anne Frank’s house
What is the significance of the word “always” between Monica and Isaac?
The significance between Monica and Isaac with the word “always” is that since Isaac is getting surgery and will be blind., Iit means that no matter what, they will have each other. When Hazel asked Augustus about it he said, “Always is their thing. They’ll always love each other and whatever” (Green 18). When going through a tough time, Isaac feels comfort in the word always.
What is a cancer perk ?
It is when cancer kids get special treatment
What does “last good days” mean to the characters in this book?
Hazel and Augustus never know when their condition might get worse, so she might be living your last good day sooner than you thought. While Gus is not getting any better, Hazel thinks,“that was the last good day I had with Gus until the Last Good Day” (Green 252). Each good day is leading up to the last good day in Hazel's mind.
What movie did Hazel and Gus end up watching on the plane?
300
What does “last good days” mean to the characters in this book?
Hazel and Augustus never know when their condition might get worse, so she might be living your last good day sooner than you thought. While Gus is not getting any better, Hazel thinks,“that was the last good day I had with Gus until the Last Good Day” (Green 252). Each good day is leading up to the last good day in Hazel's mind.
What hotel do Hazel and Gus stay at in Amsterdam?
Hotel Filosoof
How does Hazel respond to Augustus's profession of love?
Gus tells Hazel he’s in love with her, and when Hazel tries to stop him he tells her, “ I am in love with you, and I’m not in the business of denying myself the simple pleasure of saying true things” (Green 153). Hazel feels a “weirdly painful joy” but doesn’t respond.
Who called Hazel at 3am after Augustus’s death?
Gus’s mom