Kindred examines the deep exploration of the violence and loss of humanity caused by slavery in the United States, and its complex and lasting impact on the present day (Rich in Color). In an essay discuss how racism impacts identity.

Write an essay, using Kindred in which you explore, define and explain the following topic:
Kindred examines the deep exploration of the violence and loss of humanity caused by slavery in the United States, and its complex and lasting impact on the present day (Rich in Color). In an essay discuss how racism impacts identity.

You must refer to and quote from and Kindred to illustrate your thesis for your essay. You may include historical context to help develop your thesis (main idea). Remember, your chosen topic (with contextual evidence) is your thesis for this essay, so it must be well supported. As you formulate your own idea of the topic of your choice, feel free not only to agree but also disagree with ideas in the texts that you are referencing and quoting. In any topic you choose be sure to include how the panels and form of the graphic novel affect your reading experience. When it comes to the graphic novel, remember youre reading a novel from a different perspective. Be sure to include how the adaptation of someone elses work affects how you read Kindred.
When we think about Dana, how would she view how racism impacts identity after her experience in the past?
How does family impact racism? How does the idea of family impact racism in Kindred in terms of family separation, trauma, post traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD)
How does family play a part in Kindred and how does being a part of a family affect how they play a role in a marginalized community?
Does slavery still exist? What constitutes slavery? Does it come in different forms? What would you do to survive extreme circumstances? Be sure to include the definition of the word slavery.

In either topic you have chosen be sure to include how the panels and form of the novel affect your reading experience. Remember you are reading a novel from a different perspective. Be sure to include how the adaptation of someone elses work affects how you read Kindred.

Focus:
This essay should have a clear thesis/statement of your argument somewhere in your first paragraph (your introduction). You must address your essay from an analytical perspective. Do not just cover the details of what occurs in the text. Instead use the graphic novel and your essay to explore your thesis. You should also make an effort to offer connections between the readings/interviews and establish analytical distinctions between the texts and your ideas.

Requirements: Your essay must be at least five (5) type written pages. This includes the works cited page. Your essay also must include the following criteria:
12 point font, Times New Roman
One inch margins
Double space your entire essay

Your heading should be as follows:
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