In this particular excerpt, what is highlighted is the pivotal moment when hopeless romantic Janie asserts herself. For the longest time she thought Joe would be good for her, and that she was in love with him. In truth, Janie is in love with the idea of being in love. This delusion impeded her realization that Joe is ultimately just a selfish man who cared for no one but himself.
The way human beings get involved with animals can be seen in a contradictory and cruel way. On the one hand, we love our dogs, cats, ramister and other pets, however, we eat meat and other products from animal exploitation. Are we correct? No we are not.
All animals deserve respect and freedom. These factors are not promoted in animal exploitation for the meat, milk, egg industry, among others. Unfortunately, these products are very stabilized in our culture, and many of us are unable to abandon them. In that case, it is important that we assume our hypocresia and look for ways to change that if possible.
Another contradiction in relation to our behavior with animals is in relation to people who are against the domestic breeding of wild animals, but keep cats, dogs, birds and other pets. These people are not wrong to be against the captivity of wild animals, as it is impossible for all the needs of these animals to be met in another environment than nature. In addition, domesticated animals are able to supply all their needs in a domestic environment.
Therefore, we can affirm that the situation of animals in our society is already well elucidated, and it is up to people to become aware so that they can live better and better, in places that leave them with a good quality of life and security.
McKay develops the theme of "America" by showing how the narrator's relationship with his country is personal rather than abstract. McKay creates tension by showing how even though America feeds, or nourishes the narrator, it is with "bread of bitterness." The narrator admits that even though America steals his "breath of life," he still loves it. This contradiction is inherent to the theme: that what harms the narrator about his relationship with America is also what makes him stronger. Yet the narrator's conclusion is that the seemingly mighty future of America is in danger of disappearing "like priceless treasures sinking in the sand."
