List several ways the South was different from the North before the Civil War::

The North had an industrial economy, an economy focused on manufacturing, while the South had an agricultural economy, an economy focused on farming. Slaves worked on Southern plantations to farm crops, and Northerners would buy these crops to produce goods that they could sell.

Sample Response:

Using a historical perspective helps the reader understand that Nnaemeka’s decision to marry Nene goes against long-standing traditions. He marries for love instead of taking part in an arranged marriage. He also marries outside of his tribe. As a result of his choice, his father shuns him. A feminist perspective reveals the marriage also goes against patriarchal values in this society. Women are expected to be homemakers. However, Nene is a teacher and does not fit the expectation. Both perspectives help the reader understand opposition to the marriage. However, one approach focuses on tradition, while the other focuses on the treatment of women in their culture.

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