Tangerine Constructed Response In the book “Tangerine” the main character, Paul Fisher, shares many differences and similarities to his mother, Mrs. Fisher. They sometimes show a different way of looking at things and they, at times, share the same reaction. An example of a difference would be, “Today she said, “Look at the mailbox on that Tudor. That’s not a Tudor-style mailbox.”
Billie Jo struggle with a lot of things but her biggest struggle is getting away from the dust. Billie Jo friend Livie Killian is leaving Oklahoma and going to California. Billie Jo says, “And I’m wondering what kind of friend I am, wanting my feet on that road to another place, instead of Livie’s” (9). Billie Jo is feeling guilty because she wishes it was her leaving instead of Livie. Billie Jo, runs away and gets on a train to leave the dust of Oklahoma behind.
Character Comparison There are many similarities between characters from A Separate Peace and Dead Poets Society. One of them is between Neil and Finny. They both have lots of energy and are very friendly. Two other characters that are similar are Todd and Gene. They’re both quiet and dedicated to their academics.
Janaiya Quinerly is the next big thing. Only in the 8th grade but watching her on the court you would think she was entering her last season of high school. The offers are still coming and don't seem to stop anytime soon. Her father John Quinerly gladly gave us some insight on the young star. “Janaiya is so humble, being so young she doesn't understand everything that's going on fully but she is not letting it go to her head.
Nevaeh Williams is an 18-year old sweet heart literally she has the power to give children of the world sugary or healthy treats. She has beautiful, short blonde hair with blue, pink, and black highlights with her magnificent blue cloths. She believes that blue is for the inner sole and this is why she leaves blue swirls behind her when she flies. Nevaeh has this special gift that's called determination, She never gives up on herself or anyone even the bad guys. When the going gets tough that’s when she knows she gotta be quick and smart.
Mark Character Analysis The quiet ones are the dangerous ones. That is the case when it comes to Mark Kinney, the mastermind behind the plot to kidnap Mr. Griffin. In the book Killing Mr. Griffin by Lois Duncan, Mark is a malicious, sullen and charismatic character.
When Janie married Jody, she expected everything to be all colorful and exploding with happiness, however she promptly realized this was not the case when it comes to Jody, Jody is stands with pride and intimidation. Overall Janie is suppressed by Jodie, furthermore Janie regretfully submits with her displeasure. In chapter 5 when Janie and Jody arrive at the colored town, they oversaw the rows of dilapidated shacks of the colored folk, Janie was disappointed in the quality of the place she would soon call home. Meanwhile Jody had plans for the town, one of these was building the first store in the town for the people.
“We got a dead woman on the merry-go-round.”(pg 21) Right away at the beginning of NYPD Red 2 there is action and suspense. James Patterson’s and Marshall Karp’s book NYPD Red 2 is a fast paced novel where two cops who work for the elite task force in New York City called NYPD Red must find the Hazmat Killer before the the Hazmat Killer strikes again. NYPD Red 2 is one of James Patterson’s best works of fiction and one of Marshall Karp’s best books. The story is told from two points of view.
Portfolio Reflections Item 3: Character Map The character I thought had a lot of significance in the novel, but was not a main character was Jordan Baker. Jordan Baker was Daisy’s friend who grew up with her. She is famous for golf and that is how the narrator, Nick, recognizes her.
The series is about lead character Kay Scarpetta, who at the start of the series is Chief Medical Examiner for the state of Virginia, who gets called in to help investigate murders. In the later books, she becomes a private forensic consultant in Florida, as well as other places. She is a perfectionist and a sharp (yet always professional) dresser and is blonde haired. Her father dying of leukemia effected her all of her life, and has caused her to surround herself with death everyday of her life. She loves to cook from scratch (especially Italian food), is dedicated to her work, and upgrades her Mercedes annually.
From my grandfather moving from one city to another when he was still a teenager to support himself, and eventually his family; fighting to achieve his dreams, dreams that were once unimaginable. To my mother taking my sisters and me many miles away from everything we knew, our country and our comfort
Where the Wild Things are by Maurice Sendak is an interesting children’s picture book. The main character is a little boy named Max, who has a wild imagination. He uses all five senses as well as thought and his actions to express his personality as well as how he reacts and interacts with his surroundings. Max’s id, ego and super-ego are greatly shown in this book through the way that the author has portrayed him. Not only is this book a children’s story, but it can also be perceived as a life lesson.
In the book Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson, a young boy by the name of Jim Hawkins goes on an adventure after finding a treasure map. The map leads Jim and a crew of pirates to Skeleton Island, the location of Captain Flint's’ treasure. While on the adventure, two of Jim’s allies, Dr. Livesey and Mr. Trelawney, solidify their relationship. Dr. Livesey and Mr. Trelawney have similarities, differences, and questions in their relationship, for example, why they are friends.
Character traits help shape a person into what they are, there are ways to change them and become a better person. In the short story Charles, written by Shirley Jackson, a boy named Charles possessed many different negative character traits in which some include being, obnoxious, dangerous, and disrespectful. Charles displayed immature and unnecessary trouble for all the students and teachers. Being obnoxious means extremely unpleasant and Charles was just that in this short story. Charles possesses the trait obnoxious because all the children in the class were trying to listen to the story while the teacher would be unable to read due to the noise.
Hard Times is a novel in which many difficult situations arise. In a city centered on facts, there is little room for imagination. The daughter of a circus performer, Sissy Jupe, wasn't favored for her whimsicality and heartfelt kindness towards others. Despite her “flaw” of living life by feeling, Sissy is an influential character that has a positive effect on the lives of those she cares for. Sissy is also a central figure in the events that unfold in the novel.
