I drew a signed that says “Equality for All” because I believe that’s what Wallace Thurman fought for. Thurman was an advocate for African American rights, which makes me think that he supported African American women as well as men. He even collaborated with women on some of his writings, plays, and publications. I think that Wallace Thurman created his writings to display a message that everyone should be treated the same, despite your color, gender, or social class. He probably spoke up for women, and helped fight for their rights. I think Thurman wanted to support the women’s journey to receiving more rights, but overall want equality in all aspects of life.
Dog on Leash I don’t believe Jody was an advocate for women’s rights, and thought that men were superior to women. I drew a person holding a dog on a leash to represent Jody wanting control over women. Throughout the novel, he beats Janie, tells her what she can and cannot do, and shows no respect for her. Jody makes Janie wear a head-rag, and …show more content…
When driving home from New York, Daisy crashes when driving and kills Tom’s mistress, Myrtle. “It all happened in a minute but it seemed to me that she wanted to speak to us, thought we were somebody she knew. Well, first Daisy turned away from the woman toward the other car, and then she lost her nerve and turned back. The second my hand reached the wheel I felt the shock--it must have killed her instantly.” (Fitzgerald 111) There is no quotes from the text that Daisy doesn’t like technology after this, but I can infer she doesn’t. Cars hadn’t been around for long, and she killed someone. If I were her, I know I would be skeptical of technology of technology and maybe never trust it again. I think Daisy doesn’t want to use new advancements in technology, and is nervous to use inventions like cars ever