It is evident in the story "Horses of the Night" that Vanessa does not open up to Chris because she is worried about the age difference between them; "[Chris] was twenty-one. ... Likewise, Ewen MacLeod does not reach personal freedom because of the memories and regrets that he carries around with him. ... This guilt is what keeps Ewen quiet in front of her, he does not raise his voice to her and when he does he instantly apologises. ... Ewen says: "It was kind of interesting to see a few other places for a change..." ... These characters at some point had freedom, or they had a way in which th...

• Word Count: 1451
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

So where then do we begin? ... She is bitter and cold and scarred, not exactly what one thinks of when they think of an angel. ... In the case of Loretta and her offspring, it diminished their ability to see things as they were and to understand themselves and others properly. ... Other things about and within Angel change as well as she makes her journey through life. ... While at first glance Bush may not remind one of a shrub or tree, much about her character is similar to these things. ...

• Word Count: 1974
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School

It is ironic; however, that Dee could also be referred to as the "black sheep,"" the one who does not fit in with the rest of the family. ... These are things that a family provides. ... She does not appreciate the background of her heritage or where she comes from. ... If family members do not learn to value and respect these heirlooms, the tradition and culture of a family could be lost forever. ... Dee's desire to hang the quilts up shows that she respects them, but does not understand the true meaning of the quilts. ...

• Word Count: 1619
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

What is it that's changing, Ruth"(Hansberry 1745). ... Walter does not want to take responsibility for his position in life. ... Beneatha is not concerned with materialistic things. ... George looks at Beneatha as a trophy to carry on his arm. ... Although each character represents different values they are all united by the dream of a better tomorrow. ...

• Word Count: 1369
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

Well . . . it is true that this is not so much a profile of a Hollywood queen as perhaps a queen of the Nile - But what does it matter? ... Beneatha does not give into this temptation, resulting in her self-appointed superiority. ... Although Beneatha has chosen a career path, she is not sure what she would like to do in her spare time. ... As Beneatha's interests change, so does who she is. ... Beneatha's mood changes instantly, and she says, "Too many things - too many things have happened today. ...

• Word Count: 1948
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School

Each character has a different background and lives in a different environment; both feel pain and suffering throughout their lives, not just personally, but also that of others. ... While the characters may come from differing backgrounds, each increases his maturity level through the suffering they endure. ... Danny does not understand why his father treats him this way until the end of the novel when Reb explains to both Danny and Reuven his reasoning. ... First, he was afraid of Hank, and second, he did not want Hank to be arrested and have his family leave, making the Chandlers do all t...

• Word Count: 1855
• Approx Pages: 7
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School