How do the authors of Farewell to Manzanar acknowledge conflicting viewpoints in the memoir?

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They show both Jeannie's disapproval of Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor and Papa's approval of it.
They show both Jeannie's disapproval of Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor and Papa's approval of it.

They reveal both Jeannie's negative opinion of Manzanar and Mama's positive opinion of the camp.
They reveal both Jeannie's negative opinion of Manzanar and Mama's positive opinion of the camp.

They include both Jeannie's and Woody's opinions on his enlisting in the U.S. Army.
They include both Jeannie's and Woody's opinions on his enlisting in the U.S. Army.

They detail both Jeannie's and Papa's opinions on her being elected carnival queen.
They detail both Jeannie's and Papa's opinions on her being elected carnival queen.

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In "Farewell to Manzanar," the authors acknowledge conflicting viewpoints primarily by showcasing the diverse perspectives of the characters on various issues. One prominent example is how they present both Jeannie's and Woody's opinions regarding his enlisting in the U.S. Army. This inclusion illustrates the different responses within the family to the pressures of loyalty and identity during a tumultuous time in American history.

Additionally, the memoir illustrates differing opinions about the internment experience itself, such as Jeannie's negative view of Manzanar contrasted with those of other family members who may see it in a more positive light. Overall, the narrative captures the complexity of emotions and beliefs among Japanese American families during World War II, reflecting their struggles with identity, patriotism, and the injustices they faced.

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They include both Jeannie's and Woody's opinions on his enlisting in the U.S. Army.

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