The reader notes that a major theme of the three works is the long-term effect of outside pressure on the subjects from birth. ... Though she attempts to defy these expectations by cutting off her "great big nose" and "fat legs," in her death, the woman is displayed in her casket with cosmetics painted on and a beautiful turned-up putty nose. ... The recurring theme in Maxine Hong Kingston's short story was that of gender inequality and its acceptance in Chinese culture. ... They went to great pains making themselves look perfect, hoping to attract a male. ... Each story has its own separ...

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• Grade Level: High School

Money has a language that is translated through power and inequality. ... First of all, it is important to understand the many dimensions of class. ... Surrounded by the colorful happenings in town, the school has a location that offers much to do, from shopping, to great food. ... A few major themes have been triggered in my description of the campus, comfort, community, choice, leadership, and power. ... In terms of the education itself, Smith has many beneficial attributes. ...

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• Grade Level: High School