Question
Complete the Following Venn Diagram brainstorming on how Jeannie changes over the course of Farewell to Manzanar.
Jeannie in the beginning (Different)
Same
Jeanie in the end (Different)
Jeannie in the beginning (Different)
Same
Jeanie in the end (Different)
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Here's a breakdown of Jeannie's character development in "Farewell to Manzanar." You can use this information to complete your Venn Diagram.
### Jeannie in the Beginning (Different)
- **Innocent and Naïve:** Jeannie starts as a young girl who is not fully aware of the implications of her family's internment and the larger racial injustices occurring around her.
- **Family-Centric:** She is very focused on her family and their dynamics, often seeking approval and comfort from her parents, especially her father.
- **Displaced Identity:** At the beginning, Jeannie struggles with her identity as a Japanese-American in a country that has turned against her family due to wartime hysteria.
- **Fearful and Confused:** She experiences fear and confusion regarding the situation at Manzanar and what it means for her and her family.
### Same
- **Resilient Spirit:** Throughout the story, Jeannie shows a strong and resilient character who learns to cope with adversity, which remains a consistent trait.
- **Love for Family:** Although her perspective changes, her love and concern for her family and their well-being remain throughout.
- **Cultural Identity Struggles:** Jeannie continues to grapple with her cultural identity as both Japanese and American, showing her conflicts with identity throughout the narrative.
### Jeannie in the End (Different)
- **More Aware and Empowered:** By the end of the novel, Jeannie has a greater understanding of the injustices faced by her community and takes a stand against discrimination.
- **Independent Thinker:** She evolves into a more independent and assertive individual, willing to voice her opinions and seek change.
- **Complex Identity:** Jeannie's perspective on her identity becomes more nuanced and complex, as she learns to embrace her heritage while also recognizing the struggles it entails.
- **Bitterness and Reflection:** Jeannie experiences bitterness and reflection on her experiences in the camps, shaping her views on racial equality and justice.
Using these points, you can create a comprehensive Venn Diagram that illustrates Jeannie's transformation throughout "Farewell to Manzanar."
### Jeannie in the Beginning (Different)
- **Innocent and Naïve:** Jeannie starts as a young girl who is not fully aware of the implications of her family's internment and the larger racial injustices occurring around her.
- **Family-Centric:** She is very focused on her family and their dynamics, often seeking approval and comfort from her parents, especially her father.
- **Displaced Identity:** At the beginning, Jeannie struggles with her identity as a Japanese-American in a country that has turned against her family due to wartime hysteria.
- **Fearful and Confused:** She experiences fear and confusion regarding the situation at Manzanar and what it means for her and her family.
### Same
- **Resilient Spirit:** Throughout the story, Jeannie shows a strong and resilient character who learns to cope with adversity, which remains a consistent trait.
- **Love for Family:** Although her perspective changes, her love and concern for her family and their well-being remain throughout.
- **Cultural Identity Struggles:** Jeannie continues to grapple with her cultural identity as both Japanese and American, showing her conflicts with identity throughout the narrative.
### Jeannie in the End (Different)
- **More Aware and Empowered:** By the end of the novel, Jeannie has a greater understanding of the injustices faced by her community and takes a stand against discrimination.
- **Independent Thinker:** She evolves into a more independent and assertive individual, willing to voice her opinions and seek change.
- **Complex Identity:** Jeannie's perspective on her identity becomes more nuanced and complex, as she learns to embrace her heritage while also recognizing the struggles it entails.
- **Bitterness and Reflection:** Jeannie experiences bitterness and reflection on her experiences in the camps, shaping her views on racial equality and justice.
Using these points, you can create a comprehensive Venn Diagram that illustrates Jeannie's transformation throughout "Farewell to Manzanar."