Roy O'Bannon was only given the positive character (brave, justifiable) according to the need and development of the story at the end. ... Thus, it can be seen that the role of the white is dependent on the Asian and they are merely a supportive role in making the whole story funny and interesting. ... This story was developed all around Jess and her family. ... In attempting to build a new sense of self, she often found herself torn between the expectations of her natal culture and the possibilities available in America. ... This can lead to great emotional stress as they attempt to jugg...

• Word Count: 1727
• Approx Pages: 7
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

She calls a wrecked ship "[a dismal witness of the destruction, and a boding prophet of which is to come,]" not a great start to a voyage. ... She travels because she loves it and describes her surroundings as they are without the tint of Victorian expectations. She describes a moment in her cattle driving experience where her mare is keeping up with this great horse being ridden by the finest rider in the west at a speed that makes her "dizzied and breathless." ... You cannot believe everything you read, in order to get the true picture of any story you must hear all the sides; such it wa...

• Word Count: 1490
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

But was this the story of most Asian Americans? ... America the land of the free; the land of the great; the land of the people, what kind people do we represent? ... Filipino students have unrealistic expectations. 2. ...

• Word Count: 1277
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School