Asked by mysterychicken

What was the theme of the short story, American History?

-MC
Answered by Ms. Sue
Who is the author?

Answered by mysterychicken
Judith Ortiz Cofer

-MC
Answered by GuruBlue
This site will give you the theme

http://www.enotes.com/american-history-judith-ortiz-cofer-salem/american-history
Answered by Ms. Sue
Look at the last couple of sentences in this story. Does they help you with the theme?

http://74.125.95.132/search?q=cache:AvwGO4W-MDsJ:www.mindquestacademy.org/literature/LINKFILE/American%2520History2.doc+Cofer+American+History&cd=7&hl=en&ct=clnk&ie=UTF-8


Answered by mysterychicken
I'm still not sure...
-MC
Answered by Ms. Sue
Sometimes the theme depends as much on the reader and the impact the story makes on her than the author's intent. Think about this story and what it means to you. Then go with your gut feelings.

Answered by GuruBlue
Look at the site I gave you, and read "type of plot".....
Answered by mysterychicken
Thank you both!!
-MC