Falling Leaves Presentation
Transcript: Hard work - Adeline studied throughout her life so she could make her parents proud. This also helped her in the future, because she struggled to find a job as a doctor. Discrimination - During Adeline's time in the USA and the UK, she faced discrimination because she was of a different origin and was a woman. Neglect and Oppression - Adeline Yen Mah was neglected by her parents, because she was the youngest child and considered a curse since her mother died after she was born. By: Stacy, Arthi, Elli, and Avik Hong Kong - Adeline attended school here and lived here for a short time. United Kingdom - She studied at United States - She moved here because of the many opportunities it offered China- This where Adeline was born and is where most of her family is located at Falling Leaves Summary Settings Adeline Yen Mah Niang Father Brothers- Gregory, Edgar, James Stepbrother- Franklin Sister- Lydia Stepsister- Susan Husband- Bob Exhusband- Byron Aunt Baba Ye Ye The End Time for Fun! Adeline is neglected by her family throughout her life, except for Aunt Baba, who was the only person who believed in her. She worked and studied hard in order to gain her parents' respect. Through education and perseverance, she gains her independence from her overbearing stepmother, and carries out the best revenge by being successful in her life and defying all odds. Foundation Themes Characters