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    Other cultures provide viewpoints different from what Americans typically see. For example‚ Chinese culture has many aspects that might seem strange to those living in the United States. The Chinese consider symbols such as the Chinese dragon and certain numbers and colors important in living their day-to-day life. They have a great focus on family throughout their life‚ and the teachings of Confucius are integral to their society to this day. A fifteen-year-old female living in China experiences

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    Margaret Shuff Mrs. Siegfried AP Language and Composition 12 May 2012 Chinese Cinderella- Analysis The most persuasive and intriguing aspect of an author’s stylistic choices are within the schemes‚ tropes‚ diction and syntax. Adeline Yen Mah‚ author of Chinese Cinderella‚ paints an authentic picture of her childhood in twentieth-century China; Mah’s childhood‚ fraught with painful memories and bad luck‚ accentuates her strength and courage and ultimate triumph over despair. Mah’s stylistic

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    have read a book called “Chinese Cinderella”. What is the book about? What have you learnt from it? Which two / three events in the author’s life are the most inspiring to you and why? Explain with details. Good afternoon‚ today I would like to share a book to all of you. I have read a book called “Chinese Cinderella”. This book is an autobiography of the Chinese Cinderella - Adeline Yen Mah. The book consists of photographs‚ historical notes on the state of Chinese society and politics during

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    Chinese Cinderella essay Chinese Cinderella is an autobiographical about the early years of Adeline Yen Mah. This story expresses all the hardships and difficulties that she went through during her childhood. Adeline always had hope that things were going to get better in her life as she grew up and was determined to be noticed in her family. Hope and determination comes from staying strong‚ always believing in yourself‚ never putting yourself down and always looking at the positive side of life

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    CHINESE CINDERELLA NOVEL STUDY written by Adeline Yen Mah 1. Why did the author call this story “Chinese Cinderella? (4 marks) The author decided to name this novel Chinese Cinderella because it relates to the same storyline as the fairytale‚ Cinderella. The author led the same type of life as the main character of Cinderella- being an unwanted daughter‚ mistreated and unloved by her stepmother. As in the fairytale‚ she overcame the odds to prove her worth with a fulfilling life and good education

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    Country People”: The Twin Dragons of Image and Language             “Good Country People” by Flannery O’Connor tells the story of a thirty-two year old handicapped woman originally named Joy but later Hulga with a PhD in philosophy. Towards the end of the story‚ the supposedly intelligent and cunning Hulga is seduced by a supposedly simple‚ naïve‚ and innocent-looking Bible salesman by the name of Manley Pointer. As in Revelations‚ it is possible to see the twin dragons of image and language working

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    Reading Log for Fiction Sydney V. Best Title: Chinese Cinderella; The True Story of an Unwanted Daughter Author: Adeline Yen Mah Page Range: 1-42 Entry 1: “I did as I was told. Though I was only four years old‚ I understood I should not ask Aunt Baba too many questions about dead mama.” (Mah 3) Question 1: Who is speaking? Where does this particular scene take place (setting?) Explain the character’s thoughts‚ motives‚ and actions (i.e. what does this person

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    Text Response: “Chinese Cinderella” by Adeline Yen Mah Explain the main theme (idea) in your text and comment on why the theme is so important. An important theme in the book “Chinese Cinderella” by Adeline Yen Mah is the power of knowledge and perseverance against all problems be they small or big. The book demonstrates the importance of these themes by portraying a character: Adeline who through her adversities‚ perseveres to overcome obstacles and empowers herself by excelling in academic

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    Megan Buxton Professor Stockton Communications 297 11 May 2012 The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo In Stieg Larsson ’s novel‚ The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo‚ his first novel in the Millennium series‚ and a number one national best seller‚ danger and suspense lurk around every corner as Larsson portrays a dark and mysterious crime thriller that differs from most. Mikael Blomkvist‚ a recently discredited journalist‚ is enlisted to the aid of Henrik Vanger‚ an influential business mogul‚ to find his

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    The novel Chinese Cinderella is an autobiography written by Adeline Yen Mah about the harsh life she had whilst growing up. Adelineʼs childhood shapes her character‚ the reader can see these developments throughout the novel. One characteristic easily seen is her love for reading and writing. Adeline is also a very intelligent school student who accomplishes many achievements in the novel. Her intelligence also leads to her success. Adelineʼs modesty of her intelligence and impressive writing skills

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