Purpose: “Process writing describes how something happens; cause and effect writing analyzes why something happens” (Kir

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Purpose: “Process writing describes how something happens; cause and effect writing analyzes why something happens” (Kirszner and Mandell 315). For this essay, you will use elements of both writing strategies to examine Marjane’s survival skills in Persepolis and thus have a better understanding of her character.
Prompt:
Throughout Persepolis, Marjane struggles to survive in a harsh environment. She witnesses numerous atrocities and suffers great losses. How does she survive (emotionally and physically) so much personal and societal trauma? Write a five- to six-paragraph-essay in which you examine Marjane’s survival process. Focus on at least three specific ways Marjane survives throughout the story. Explain how Marjane uses each way and why it works.