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    difference between the book and movie of “A separate piece”. I personally think that the movie was much more fun to watch‚ but the book was better over-all. some of the reasons I did not like the movie are Brinker‚ and the way he seemed much more nice. I also did not like how Gene did not go to Leper’s house and how Leper came back to the school. Another thing I did not enjoy in the movie is how Brinker did not enlist with Gene as he did in the book. In my overall opinion

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    In "A Separate Peace"‚ John Knowles often uses the main protagonist‚ Gene Forrester‚ to convey crucial information on theme‚ motives‚ and leitmotifs. Knowles masterfully uses Gene’s seemingly indecisive thoughts on war after Finny’s death to convey significant thematic elements of the war. Through Gene’s reflections‚ the reader can perceive Knowles’ view of the war to be one not of hate and disgust‚ but of philosophical ponderings. Despite the atrocities that occur to certain characters in the novel

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    Prince Hans is a character in the movie Frozen‚ who has many Machiavellian traits. He is a handsome charming prince from the Southern Isles who quickly wins over the heart of Princess Anna. He is the youngest of thirteen children and because had a rough childhood. “Twelve older brothers. Three of them pretended I was invisible…literally‚ for two years” (MovieQuotesandMore). More than anything‚ he wants to find a place where he belongs and rule over his own kingdom. Prince Hans has two obvious Machiavellian

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    the other hand would describe her as someone who is both careful and outgoing (weird right‚ those two qualities do not go together). Unfortunately‚ Sharbelle has a hidden side that she does not show or talk about very often to others. Secretive is a trait that best concludes Sharbelle’s colourful‚

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    honored for inspiring the slave community ‚ to never give up. Also her brave role of intelligence motivated a 100 plus slaves escape with her  to freedom. Later‚ Harriet’s legacy became the founder of the Underground Railroad . Harriet Tubman’s character traits played a role in her deciding to escape from slavery. Harriet’s honor for inspiring the slave community encouraged many people to never give up and they admired her how confident she was . When Harriet encouraged someone she inspired them and

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    of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth‚ is a familiar character even to those that have never read the play. Her name can be heard being referenced or used as an insult to a woman‚ to compare a shady or manipulative personality trait. Although she does not actually commit any murders‚ she is notably one of the most famous villains in literature. I found it very interesting that prior to reading this play‚ I knew more about Lady Macbeth and her character flaws (to say the least)‚ than Macbeth and his murderous

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    accomplishments are underscored by their abilities to lead and inspire others. Many theorists have pondered what characteristics and traits lead people to have such a passionate drive towards success. Donald Trump is one of these triumphant individuals‚ who despite adversity have accomplished unrenowned achievements. In order to understand what has made Donald successful‚ his character traits must be analyzed and compared to acknowledged theory. Donald Trump is a true American success story and his approach to

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    The coming of age novels‚ “The Catcher in the Rye”‚ by J.D. Salinger‚ and “A Separate Peace”‚ by John Knowles‚ both interpret the lives of teenage boys confronting their conflicts and inner confusion to reach the level of maturity. By reading these two pieces‚ we as readers can relate to the characters in the novels‚ as if they are true human beings. J.D. Salinger uses Holden Caulfield‚ the same way as John Knowles uses Gene Forester‚ to show us how‚ through conflict we are able to grow as humans and

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    Name: Audrea Pereira Indirect Characterization Traits 1. Ambitious Definition: Having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed. What might an ambitious character do? A person who is always doing something to achieve their dreams or goals‚ not the type of person to stagnate and sit still. 2. Responsible Definition: Having an obligation to do something‚ or taking care of someone. What might a responsible character do? A responsible person would make everyone in the car wear their seat

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    Character Sketch: Lily Owens from The Secret Life of Bees Lily Owens is the main character in ‘The Secret Life of Bees’. She is a young girl who escapes her abusive father while searching for information on her mother‚ who passed away when she was only four years old. Lily finds herself in Tiburon‚ South Carolina with her ‘stand-in mother/house keeper. Lily’s character goes through many different hardships on her journey throughout the novel. Despite Lily’s difficult and confusing childhood

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