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Many articles and stories show conflict. Depending on the person, some react in a negative or a positive way. Out of all the ways an individual can react to conflict, a positive attitude is the best way to respond. Why is this? First off, “conflict” is a serious disagreement or argument. Having a positive response is the best way to solve a problem. In The Diary Of Anne Frank, Anne kept a positive attitude which made her stay in the annex more enjoyable and less frightening. Also, in Dear Mrs Breed, books were sent to the Japanese-Americans that were in camps to entertain them. First, in The Diary Of Anne Frank, Anne was just a 13 year old girl. Her family was forced into hiding in 1942, due to the Germans coming to find the Jews. She kept …show more content…
Going past deserts and deserts, they mostly wonder how they will survive the heat of these camps. Lots of brutal thoughts enter their heads. But, sometimes, they saw the good in this camp, and stayed positive. “One of the most beautiful scenery was when crossing a bridge which was right above the Colorado River. It is, indeed, a beautiful river.” (Breed par. 19) As the reader can tell, they focused on something good they saw to take their minds off of the violent camps they are about to enter. Then, when they eat, they are required to have their own materials. “Yesterday I ate rice, weenies, and cabbage with a knife. That was a new experience for me! You never realize how valuable a thing is until you experience it.”(Breed par. 22) in this sentence, they did not complain or beg for sympathy about the struggle of eating at the camps. They described it as a “new experience.” Finally, said in the last paragraph: “In spite of all the difficulties, Louise's positive and patriotic spirit rings true in these final words of her letter: ‘If American soldiers can endure hardships so can we!’” (Breed par. 28) This means that they believe they can survive the hardships just like American soldiers

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