Minny Jackson Compare And Contrast

Minny Jackson from The Help and Eleanor Douglass from Eleanor & Park are very different from each other. Minny is the “sassy” maid who has gotten in trouble many times for her fast remarks. Minny is not afraid to speak her mind when she feels threatened, and will protect her friends and kids no matter what. Eleanor is the awkward new girl at school who is a little chubbier than her peers. She stands out with her pale skin tone and bright red curly hair. Minny Jackson, from The Help, and Eleanor Douglass, from Eleanor & Park may be different, but do share some similarities.
Both Minny and Eleanor are quiet in general (Minny having to sometimes) but when they are threatened by someone, they both speak up to protect themselves and loved ones at
Minny is fat, short, and strong (Stockett 70). She refuses to be treated like an object. She has gotten fired a number of times for “telling it like it is” (Stockett 120). Minny is also an outstanding cook. The main reason her bosses put up with her remarks is that she cooks so well. (Stockett 135). On the bus, Minny is surrounded by good friends and just having a good time (Stockett 19). Minny is not shy when she has something on her mind (Stockett 65). Eleanor mainly stands out with her bright red hair and freckles (Rowell 11). She is not really nice to other people, but she is very smart. She excels in her English and Art classes (Rowell 56). She also stands out with her wardrobe. She wears button-up shirts, blazers, and men’s ties (Rowell 10).
In conclusion, Minny and Eleanor are two very different characters. Minny being loud and proud and Eleanor being quiet and shy. They may be different but they share many good qualities. They both are brave, sharp, and stand up for their loved ones. They are both on the chubbier side and are not ashamed by it. They both have an abusive person in their houses, and stand up to them. Minny and Eleanor are complete opposites from the outside, but on the inside they are