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Divergent Suggested Essays

by Veronica Roth

Previous section Divergent Summary About Divergent Character List Glossary of Terms Major Themes Quotes and Analysis Summary and Analysis of Chapters 1-3 Summary and Analysis of Chapters 4-6 Summary and Analysis of Chapters 7-9 Summary and Analysis of Chapters 10-12 Summary and Analysis of Chapters 13-16 Summary and Analysis of Chapters 17-20 Summary and Analysis of Chapters 21-24 Summary and Analysis of Chapters 25-27 Summary and Analysis of Chapters 28-32 Summary and Analysis of Chapters 33-35 Summary and Analysis of Chapters 36-39 The Psychology of Fear Related Links on Divergent Suggested Essay Questions Test Yourself! - Quiz 1 Test Yourself! - Quiz 2 Test Yourself! - Quiz 3 Test Yourself! - Quiz 4 Author of ClassicNote and Sources Next section Buy PDF
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1.In what ways does Tris's identity develop over the course of the novel?

Tris began the novel timid and unsure of herself and her desires, which was characteristic of her Abnegation upbringing: she was never allowed to focus on herself, so she never knew exactly what she wanted. Upon choosing Dauntless her bravery obviously begins to blossom, but she experiences some other changes as well. She forges friendships and relationships central to her identity, with people who bring out the best in her. And she learns that though she has chosen another faction, she can still be selfless; and indeed she is, time and time again. By the end of the novel, she is fully aware of herself as Divergent - someone who does not fit in, but who cannot be controlled. The events of the end of the novel reinforce who she has been - selfless - and who she wants
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