Cinderella Research Paper

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I and my two daughters, Racina and Rachel became a part of Cinderella’s life ten years after the death of her mother. At thirteen, it was clear to her father that Cinderella needed a mother-like figure to support her. So, within a year we married and I took on the role as a stepmother.
At first, both welcomed us into their home. But, it was not long until that all changed. Soon Cinderella started to show her true colours, becoming quite impossible as she refused to do any of her chores. However, her father was oblivious to this as he worked all day long. Instead, Cinderella would force her stepsisters, Racina and Rachel do her work for her. The daughters could not refuse as Cinderella would have an outburst; throwing things against walls until
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The letter was opened by Cinderella, even though it was addressed to Rachel and was discovered to be an invitation to the royal ball on behalf of the Prince, who was proceeding a search for a suitable wife. Cinderella grew jealous and pronounced that she shall attend instead, even though she was a few years younger than the Prince. Claiming herself much prettier than Rachel, she believed herself to have a better chance of attaining the Prince’s attention. Too young to attend, I tried explaining to Cinderella that it was impossible for her to go, which ended in her having one of her fits. So, I left it, knowing that there was no point arguing as I was sure to lose this …show more content…
Her hair was flawless and her dress was immaculate, funded by her adoring neighbours. However, Racina had left the floor slick from mopping and so when heading out, Cinderella slipped over and ripped her dress. Another tantrum trailed after and Cinderella screamed the house down, raced to her bedroom, and threatened to tell her father when he got home. Whilst she was crying in her bedroom, I pulled both of my girls aside and told them who the invitation was for Rachel. So, she decided that she would attend, but she would also take Racina with

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