Picking Nits
Graduate-school aid; Europe funding; Pittsburgh sports; money disclosure; Em’s awareness
In the discussion (4)
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- James abandoning graduate school without pursuing aid is questioned, as is his friend’s willingness to finance New York but not the earlier Europe trip.
- The lack of Pittsburgh sports clothing and references is criticized, with contemporary Penguins, Pirates and Steelers identities available to establish the setting.
- James openly announcing his family’s money trouble to strangers feels inconsistent with his self-awareness.
- Em should recognize that Connell has brought other women to his mother’s basement, given her otherwise perceptive characterization.