In "Farewell to Manzanar," baton-twirling represents the American identity that young Jeannie longs for. This activity symbolizes her desire to assimilate into American culture and her longing for acceptance and normalcy amidst the challenges her family faces during their internment. It reflects her aspirations and the conflict between her Japanese heritage and her hope for an American identity.
What does baton-twirling represent to young Jeannie in Farewell to Manzanar?
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It symbolizes the splintering of her formerly unified family.
It symbolizes the splintering of her formerly unified family.
It represents her unpredictable relationship with Papa.
It represents her unpredictable relationship with Papa.
It symbolizes the anger she feels toward the U.S. government.
It symbolizes the anger she feels toward the U.S. government.
It represents the American identity that she longs for.
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