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Select one or more other examples of the Southern Gothic genre and compare their themes and execution. How is this story similar or different? Alternatively, compare the story to an example of the American or European Gothic genre.
How do Liza and Pete embody the racism of the time? How do Joel and Stella exhibit their parents’ racism, if at all? Use examples from the text to support your argument.
Explore the ways in which the characters are influenced by racism—both their internal racism and that of the society in which they live.
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