https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B Thesis Statement 4B en-us 2017-01-02 13:15:59 UTC 2021-01-23 00:58:48 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/145736142 In The preface of Caged Bird, Maya's self awareness of her social placement conflicts with her attempts at conforming to society's ideals. Her inability to conform isolates her, causing self-doubt and an ingrained desire to be recognized]]> 2017-01-06 17:04:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/145736142 https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/145738147 Through the application of literary devices, Angelou characterizes Marguerite as a vulnerable black girl torn between conforming to social ideals and accepting the realities of her displacement, thus signifying the influence of racism on one's insecurities and metaperceptions. ]]> 2017-01-06 17:12:05 UTC https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/145738147 https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/145738565 In the Preface of Caged Bird, through the application of literary devices, Marguerite's awareness of her displacement causes her inability to connect with society, thus conveying her self-degradation stemming from her reverence of others.]]> 2017-01-06 17:14:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/145738565 https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/146277570 In "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" Angelou depicts Maya as an insecure southern black girl who is aware of her displacement in society, limiting her ability to be content with herself. Her missing sense of belonging forces her to face a harsh world.]]> 2017-01-10 15:26:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/146277570 https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/146277785 Through the application of various literary techniques, Maya Angelou portrays Marguerite as an insecure southern black girl aware of her displacement. As a result of her awareness, Marguerite prohibits her own self growth and happiness.]]> 2017-01-10 15:26:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/146277785 https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/146282442 Maya Angelou portrays marguerite as someone who is aware of her displacement from her society. This displaement breeds insecurity that hinders her ability to recognize her value. ]]> 2017-01-10 15:38:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jocelyn_martin1/thesisstatement4B/wish/146282442