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White Picket Fence Religion

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By introducing Julia and Rory through the religious belief of their neighborhood, it infers that they are included in the lie of presentation. In this “white picket fence” society it appears that upholding tradition and appearance is seen as more appropriate than being true to their own beliefs. Looks can be deceiving for both the inhabitants of this neighborhood and Julia. The inhabitants lie about their religious faith and continue to celebrate religious the sabbath whereas Julia conceals her feelings towards Frank and the deaths she had a significant role in. Julia has dark secrets such as having sex with Frank the night before her wedding and her murderous tendencies that are masked by her beauty and marriage, just as the nonbelievers
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