Chapter 6
- Sookan and her sister’s conflict is her sister wanted her to write the letter as soon as possible. However Sookan has much work to do, she does not have enough time to do this. Her sister’s tone in that letter was really strict, that made Sookan think her sister does not care her feelings. That’s the conflict. Actually, the internal conflict is Sookan is in a period of changing. She started fitting in American culture, and there are many differences from Korean culture and American culture. Sookan used to totally obey her sister. Now, she is wondering if she should abbey her sister everything. That is the internal conflict. This part is really important for this book, because this is a important period for Sookan. Sookan started changing and fitting in America. This is a transition period, so it is important.
Chapter 7
- Ellen thinks social scenes are important to college life.
2. Sookan used to want to go back to Korea and be a nun like her sister after she graduate. However, Ellen told her she can married, have a family, and still be a teacher, or a social worker, or a volunteer if she wants. She does not need to help others as a nun.
3. In my opinion, Sookan needs to listen to Ellen, because she needs to fit in America society. She is no longer in Korea, so she should change a thinking mind.
Chapter 8
1. Because she missed the afternoon attendance for meeting.
2. I don't think she made a right decision, because writing a letter did not deserve five demerits. If I were she, I would stay up for a while at night to write this letter. I would not sneak out from the meeting.
3. She writes about her babysitting job and her opinions for if men should do housework. The most thing she writes is she lists the differences between America and Korea, and she writes her own opinions. She also writes something about the election day. She shares part of her life with her sister. She also expresses her love and apology to her sister.
4. First, her sister will ask her not to forget Korean culture, she will tell her Korean culture is better than American culture. Then, she may encourage Sookan to work hard.
Chapter 9
1. Good: 1. Sookan has a chance to have a rest, and Ellen's mother's gift makes Sookan be touched.
2. Ellen's family makes Sookan feel warm. Also, it is good for Sookan to fit in America.
Bad: 1. Ellen's family makes Sookan get a little bit homesick.
2. Sookan has less time to study.
Chapter 10
1. Shower room is her secret study spot.
2. She suffered from exhaustion, and she had a fever. She fainted.
3. She and Marci and Ellen can all get together over vacation, but she is not to take any books with her to Marci's.
Chapter 11
1. The difference is mother is concerned about Sookan more, sister requires Sookan more. Mother loves Sookan, and she does not want Sookan to be so tired and worried about the family. Mother's life is all about the family. She talks about her daughters and brothers all the time. Sister has more requirements for Sookan. She cannot understand Sookan' difficulties and struggling. She wants Sookan to work really hard and complete her requirements excellent. Sister's life is more about her job and helping others.
Chapter 12
1. She prepares Korean foods, such as Bulgogi, salad and rice.
2. Ellen makes butter cookies, and Marci makes brownies.
3. Sister Reed joins them.
4. First, this gathering makes Sookan think of her family and her life in Korea. It also gives Sookan a chance to relax and be with her friends, Bennetts family and sister Reed. These things and people make her happy. Also, she understands why her mom love to see people enjoy the foods that she cooks and why she loves cooking.
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