Wes slammed his hand down on the table so hard the plates and silverware jumped "Don't blame Montana!" he said."Don't ever blame Montana !" (Watson 168 ) in bentrock montana frank is a man who is a loved doctor but because of what he has done undercover to native american woman raping and defiling them plus killing a loved woman Marie little soldier to cover up the truth. In this story that is demonic and decivious a truly unforgettable story the actions of a man called frank is portrayed as truly devastating and unforgettable.Watson uses the characterization of Wes to convey a person must sacrifice their loved ones but also there own family for the truth.
Wes is beginning to learn and interpreting the situation at hand with Frank
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In this quote we see wes is upset that frank has no merci for killing and rapping indians”I dont care. I tell you, if you could hear him talk. As if had no concern for what he did then if he had kicked a dog. No. He’d show more remorse for the dog”(Watson 150) in this quote we see watson trying to help us understand that you frank is demonic but he still cares about an animal then a person becau of the time period that frank is set in it makes him racist it difficult for him to understand that rapping indians and abusing them is punishable and that everyone no matter what circumstance should be punished for there crimes and circumstances. Wes is talking to david to try to help david understand that though what his brother frank did he must not stop and must put frank away “David, i believe that in this world people must pay for their crimes. It doesn’t matter who you are or who you relations are;if you do wrong , you pay. I believe that. I have to” (Watson 150) Through this book we see Watson setting up Wes slowly but finally we get a grasp on how Wes must no matter what he shall stick to putting away his brother away but yet no Watson switched instead of Wes being a sheriff he is being a good father a husband and he finally ready to protect and help his family instead of letting his own brother get to him and destroy his
In Robert Newton’s novel “Runner, Charlie Feehan, the 15-year-old main character, lives with his Ma and younger brother in the slums of Richmond. Charlie's father died from Spanish flu three months before the events in the novel happened, After Charlie's father died and got taken away therefore Charlie had to support his Ma. Charlie Feehan respects his family along with friends above all else.
By having multiple roles in the community and being the Sheriff of Bentrock, it puts Wesley in an even tougher position. Wesley is seen as a well respected member of the community, but during the novel he becomes very conflicted with himself and has to face one of the biggest decisions of his life when he has to chose between family or justice. He overcomes this conflict with himself by making the right decision no matter what anyone else thinks or is trying to tell him. There is plenty of description of Wesley at the beginning and through the novel. His conflict can be seen When he challenges gail “Are you telling me this because i’m Frank’s brother? Because i’m your husband? Because i’m Marie employer? ... Or because i’m the sheriff?”. This shows us that he is not sure what to believe anymore or what to do. Another time that we are shown Wesley's internal conflict is when he locks Frank in the basement instead of taking him straight to the police. He knows that Wesley needs consequences for his actions, but he is not sure how to do it, he just wants to do what's best for everyone, but sometimes that isn’t always possible. The technique of dialogue is used to show us the conflict Wesley has with himself and the true battles that he has to be able to face justice. We are shown all the barriers that he has to overcome and how this has shaped him into a person. Through the aspect of Wesley’s conflict, Watson has helped to understand the concept of how hard it actually is to chose between family and the law, sometimes it is harder than we think to do the right
Within the novel, The Other Wes Moore, by Wes Moore, the character Wes has grown and changed through his actions, thoughts, and spoken words. A theme that relates to Wes’s growth is “choices determine consequences”.
In Montana 1948, it's obvious that Hayden Family are the most powerful in their area; "They couldn't arrest us- we are the law." It must be the reason why Frank, the doctor, felt that it's okay to take advantage of his American Indian patient, because he knew that no one is going to be against him; "If you could hear him talk. As if he had no more concern for what he did than if he had kicked a dog. No. He'd show more remorse over a dog." However, Wes is the only one who is responsible in capturing his brother because he is a sheriff, and he has the 'power'. That's why it's easy to say that he is responsible in carrying out justice. Yet, Wes didn't do the right thing, putting his brother in the basement instead of jail, because he is aware that Frank is the favorite son of their dad; "Then why have you got him locked up here and not over at the jail? This is your brother. My son." It's also because of the prejudice on his mind- it's shown when he didn't believed his own wife immediately when she told him that his brother is doing something immoral. As a result of his fear,
Local doctor Frank Hayden is one of the many people in the Bentrock community to overstep his power and mistreat it. By sexually abusing a debilitated minority – Sioux women – he was able to commit his crimes under a cover of fear, social status, and common racial prejudice. However, when Gail tells Wes
Throughout “The other Wes Moore”, The Wes’ were faced with surprisingly similar situations that were handled in very different ways. These situations were key turning points in each of their lives and shaped them into who they are. Even though each Wes had hardships in their environment and faced many trials and tribulations, ultimately, their choices during these times are what produced each Wes. Because of their series of different choices that each Wes Moore made during their lifetime and the outcome of their choices, we are not just products of our environments, but also products of the choices we make.
In conclusion, both Wes Moore’s had critical moments and different standpoints throughout the entirety of their lives. Though they both had individual accountabilities it was the choices that they individually made that ultimately determined there fates. “Wes and I stared at each other for a moment, surrounded by the evidence that some kids were forced to become adults prematurely. These incarnated men, before they’d even reached a point of basic maturity, had flagrantly-and tragically-squandered the few opportunities they’d
Giles Corey explains how others use improbable reasoning for incriminating his wife: “he goes to court and claims that from that day to this he cannot keep a pig alive for more than four weeks because my Martha bewitch them with her books” (Miller 72). Miller portrays how hasty generalizations can cause wrongful consequences to fall on innocent individuals. Accusations form when people want to find answers to every dispute, even when they cannot find solutions. As shown in The Crucible, unevaluated observations can affect others when they mistakenly place blame on
"When Roger came to the neck of land that joined the Castle Rock to the mainland he was not surprised to be challenged… 'Halt! Who goes there?'"
Victor Frankenstien was a Outgoing and courageous man. Victor wanted to do what no person done before make a being come to alive from the dead. But victor dont realise Is when Professor Krempe told victor this was a horrible idea. But victor never listened and brought him back to life and Victor was terrified an ran.
Both of the Wes Moore’s had caring families who loved them, but only one family took action. At a young age, Wes Moore looked up to his father. He taught him right from wrong. But when Wes was only three years old, he passed away. This led his family to move to the Bronx, New
This quote from the book holds significance because Ray Bradbury opens Guy Montag up, and shows him true self. In this moment, Guy montag blossoms as a character, all thanks to the free spirit Clarisse McClellan. Just before she uses her own beauty to show the beauty of the world to Guy Montag, to lead Guy Montag to a long awaited wake up call. Guy Montag has been living in this polar opposite,futuristic world following rules, choosing not to question them.He’s a fireman who starts fires.Clarisse McClellan has knowledge she shares with Guy Montag to finally deeply think about his life. In this quote, Guy Montag realises he isn't happy. He isn't happy. Clarisse McClellan stole his mask not by purpose of course, this 17 and crazy young girl
Each day of our lives, we are faced with decisions that have the ability to impact us greatly. Many of us choose the right paths leading ourselves to become something better while others make enough poor choices to leave them with a negative impact on others and themselves. In the introduction to his memoir, Wes Moore reflects, “the chilling truth is that [Wes’s] story could have been mine. The tragedy is that my story could have been his” (xi). Throughout the novel, Wes tells his story and the other Wes Moore’s; comparing the factors that led them to living completely different lifestyles. Apart from the few similarities in which both young boys shared, there were numerous differences as well. These differences in behavior, choices, and
In the book, A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle, Meg Murry travels throughout the universe to save her father. During this journey, Meg discovers her weaknesses and strengths. As Meg and her friends travel they run into many problems, but always find ways to fix them. Throughout the novel, A Wrinkle in Time, Meg proves to be a character who shows stubbornness, who learns to be independent, and who understands love. In A Wrinkle in Time, Meg Murry tends to be stubborn.
Even if it results in something terrible Wesley knows he must pursue this so he can keep his morality in check, and so he can stay a loyal to the people he trusts and loves by keeping them in line. Much like in life, we learn of how the people we talk to can deceive us every day. It can go all the way back to elementary school. The relationship teachers build with their students can be strained by the kids loyalty to their moralities. But kids in kindergarten to third grade do not have morals or set ideologies, they can only think in the way of “what can I get, I want that, give me that.” Sometimes the Teachers or adults cannot believe , but know full well the kids are capable of stealing a cookie, or cheating on a quiz.Wesley understands, and knows full well that Frank is capable of these accusations.After all Frank does have motive to do so, he is power hungry even with the position of power, and respect he has gained in the town.Wesley understands this but is hesitant on wanting to believe