Explain How The Armenian Genocide Changes Boy's Life
Lucas,Avila
Ms.Muscat
ENG2D
30 May, 2017
Armenian Genocide Changes Boy's Life Forever
The Armenian genocide changed one boy's life forever, Vahan Kenderian, a 12 year old boy who was the black sheep of his family soon realises the good times have run out. Family members are taken from homes and are killed in front of families with no reasoning. The Armenian genocide had just began, it began on April 24, 1915 and ended in 1917. Following Vahan's journey we see that many people changed him into the boy he is now. Firstly Ara Sarkisian changed Vahan for the better by teaching him many important life lessons. Another person who changed him was Selim Bay by speaking words of wisdom and giving responsibilities to Vahan. Lastly, The Tashians …show more content…
Firstly, Dr. Tashian taught Vahan how to be welcoming. One example of the Tashian being welcoming is when Vahan first came to meet Dr.Tashian and he welcomed Vahan in by stating “ please come in”(198). Another example of the Tashians being welcoming is when Vahan had Seta in his room and he told Mrs.Tashian he had a friend, asked if she could stay and Mrs. Tashian replied by saying “The doctor and I would be very happy if you would stay with us”(221). As a result of the Tashians actions Vahan sees there kindness and learns from their generous actions which in turn changes him and teaches him the importance of acceptance and generosity. Furthermore, the Tashians indirectly taught Vahan to stand up for himself. The Tashian were looking for help but Dr. Tashian didn't think Vahan had what it takes to complete the jobs. “You seem like a excellent young man” he said, “but I'm afraid you may be too small for the kind of work you'll have around here.” Dr. Tashian then turned and said “I think we need someone a little bit older to Ms.Fauld.”. That's when Vahan finally had enough and finally stood up for himself by stating “Don't look at my size...I can do any kind of work you want me to do and I can work as long as you want me to work.” He then went on to tell him, “I am a very strong man, Dr. Tashian.”(Bagdasarian.pg200). Vahan then carries on to State the many things he's learned and is capable of doing such as taking care of horses, milking cows, etc. As you can see Vahan learned to stand up for himself because Dr. Tashian's doubt in him made him mad and therefore encouraged him to work harder. Through this situation Vahan learned that standing up for yourself goes a long way. He knows this because the outcome would have differed if he didn't stand up for himself. The Tashians wouldn't have took him in like they did. As you can see through an indirect gesture of Dr. Tashian, the
Ms.Muscat
ENG2D
30 May, 2017
Armenian Genocide Changes Boy's Life Forever
The Armenian genocide changed one boy's life forever, Vahan Kenderian, a 12 year old boy who was the black sheep of his family soon realises the good times have run out. Family members are taken from homes and are killed in front of families with no reasoning. The Armenian genocide had just began, it began on April 24, 1915 and ended in 1917. Following Vahan's journey we see that many people changed him into the boy he is now. Firstly Ara Sarkisian changed Vahan for the better by teaching him many important life lessons. Another person who changed him was Selim Bay by speaking words of wisdom and giving responsibilities to Vahan. Lastly, The Tashians …show more content…
Firstly, Dr. Tashian taught Vahan how to be welcoming. One example of the Tashian being welcoming is when Vahan first came to meet Dr.Tashian and he welcomed Vahan in by stating “ please come in”(198). Another example of the Tashians being welcoming is when Vahan had Seta in his room and he told Mrs.Tashian he had a friend, asked if she could stay and Mrs. Tashian replied by saying “The doctor and I would be very happy if you would stay with us”(221). As a result of the Tashians actions Vahan sees there kindness and learns from their generous actions which in turn changes him and teaches him the importance of acceptance and generosity. Furthermore, the Tashians indirectly taught Vahan to stand up for himself. The Tashian were looking for help but Dr. Tashian didn't think Vahan had what it takes to complete the jobs. “You seem like a excellent young man” he said, “but I'm afraid you may be too small for the kind of work you'll have around here.” Dr. Tashian then turned and said “I think we need someone a little bit older to Ms.Fauld.”. That's when Vahan finally had enough and finally stood up for himself by stating “Don't look at my size...I can do any kind of work you want me to do and I can work as long as you want me to work.” He then went on to tell him, “I am a very strong man, Dr. Tashian.”(Bagdasarian.pg200). Vahan then carries on to State the many things he's learned and is capable of doing such as taking care of horses, milking cows, etc. As you can see Vahan learned to stand up for himself because Dr. Tashian's doubt in him made him mad and therefore encouraged him to work harder. Through this situation Vahan learned that standing up for yourself goes a long way. He knows this because the outcome would have differed if he didn't stand up for himself. The Tashians wouldn't have took him in like they did. As you can see through an indirect gesture of Dr. Tashian, the