Erica Hanson

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

I believe all of Rafa's actions in the story "The Pura Principle" is because he feels that being diagnosed with cancer has taken away his manliness and he tries to do everything in his power to keep it. #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

I think in the story Flaca, there are many things and symbols that show that Veronica seems to be broken. One symbol that stood out to me was the three legged cat that approaches her in the bookstore, symbolizing she allies herself with the broken. #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

why do you think Diaz changes the narrative to second person in the short story "Alma?" #shiftingselves

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Do you think Vance would have been as successful as he was at Ohio State and in life if it wasn't for the marines? #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

@tina_depoian I find reading about a white family in the souths perspective on poverty to be interesting. I do think this book rings to our conversation on poverty. It shows the many different factors and influences that can affect many different families. #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

why do you think J.D Vance used the word "Elegy" in his title of the book? Do you think the word is significant? #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

In chapter 9 there was a lot of talk about politics and how Vance and Mamaw feel about the government. Why do you think Mamaw fluctuates between the liberal and conservative points of view? #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

As I continued to read, the theme of hillbilly and honor and identity is still very present. For example, when Vance gives his mother his urine so she can pass the drug test even though he was infuriated by her actions. #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

I find it interesting that when Big Red was beat by Uncle Pet he didn't press charges, it seems as if their are no consequences for their actions. #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

When Mamaw told Vance they were "hill people," I interpreted as her distinguishing their identity as "hillbilly." After saying it after a hearse passed it shows a part of their identity is being loyal. #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

I find it interesting that Vance starts his book by stating the difference between his home and his address, why do you think he does this? #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

In the exhibit "Git on Board" is the theme/ conflict assimilation? Miss Pat seems to numb her inner self as a black women and follows the rules of the whites to hurt the black people #shiftingselves

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DQ 4 #shiftingselves

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DQ 3 #shiftingselves

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DQ 2 #shiftingselves

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DQ 1 #shiftingselves

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@sdanko97 yes i do think this is why Cholly begins to excessively drink. I also believe that marrying Pauline made him feel trapped, which also contributed to him losing interest in life. #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

Why does Mrs. Breedlove avoid answering the white girls question about who's child Pecola is? #shiftingselves

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In chapter 6, do you think the "blackish berries" spilt in the spotless kitchen by Pecola is yet another symbol for black is messy and dirty? #shiftingselves

[Erica Hanson @ericahanson118]

@lindseyE352 They effect our perceptions of ourselves because negative relationships can lower self-esteem and positive relationships can build us up and show us our worth. #shiftingselves