Chopin related L'Abri with darkness when she described it as melancholy and the buildings "black like a cowl" and Desiree "shuddered at the sight of it" (Chopin). ... She did not even stand up to Armand to understand the meaning of his darker skin. ... Mallard has heart problems which made me view her as a naturally weaker character at the beginning of the story. ... The irony is after she said this, Mr. ...

• Word Count: 1578
• Approx Pages: 6
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• Grade Level: High School

This would be an example of situational irony because just as he said, that speech is one of the greatest demonstrations for freedom. ... The Emancipation Proclamation, as King says, put hope into Negro hearts but, they didn't know that they were still not free. ... Parents taught their children to hate those with darker skin color and, children are extremely sensitive when young and they only want to get along with everybody but when you have peers tearing you down, it hurts your self-esteem and state of mind. ... Sadly, when your skin is darker than the white man's, you are automat...

• Word Count: 1861
• Approx Pages: 7
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

The choice of French names and words reminds the reader of the stories' setting and helps create an irony that is echoed throughout the text. ... Desiree grew into a beautiful and gentle-hearted young woman and soon found a wealthy suitor asking for her hand. ... Desiree compares her skin color to that of Armand who is much darker than she is but he is not bothered by this inconsistency in his reasoning. ...

• Word Count: 1926
• Approx Pages: 8