All About Vivian In A Lesson Before Dying

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All about Vivian
Women are often bound to the idea of modesty. Should a woman be judged for the way she talks or looks? The answer is no. Women should feel like a woman should feel without being judged. In chapters 14 and 15 of A Lesson Before Dying, Vivian can be characterized as optimistic, responsible, and caring.
Vivian demonstrates her optimism as she experiences doubtful situations. On page 104, it states “ I love it. Rustic.” This quote shows vivian took the best of the situation and made it positive. Vivian expresses that she loved the room and everything is so peaceful. Vivian is obligated to speak her optimism about the room being bucolic.
Vivian is a very sedulous woman in the society she is in. On page 103, it states “ i FINISHED

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