Copper Sun Sparknotes

Polly’s Story By: Gabby Christiansen
Did you know that the human brain is capable of processing over 70,000 thoughts in a single day? This fact is particularly relevant when analyzing the character of Polly in "Copper Sun" by Sharon M. Draper through a cortical lens. Polly is a 15 year old girl who experienced a lot of trauma and loss, but also gained a couple of friends and maybe even an interest by the end of the book. Polly's thoughts and emotions are central to the development of the novel's themes, which explore the impact of slavery and oppression on the human psyche. In this essay, I will argue that Polly is a complex character who experiences significant loss throughout the course of the novel. By analyzing the text through a cortical

From beginning as a stubborn and almost selfish young girl, she transformed into a nearly different person. At the beginning of the book Polly is portrayed as a naive and somewhat selfish young girl who is used to a life of privilege. She is captured along with Amari and forced into slavery, which is a traumatic experience for her. However, as she witnesses the brutality of slavery and sees the suffering of people around her, Polly begins to mature emotionally. She becomes more empathetic towards others and starts to understand the value of hard work and perseverance. By the end of the book, Polly has become a more compassionate and caring person who is willing to fight for what is right. “Polly's heart swelled with the pride as she realized how far she had come and all that she had overcome. She knew that she was survivor” 22
This quote demonstrates how Polly's emotional journey has lead to a sense of self-empowerment and confidence. Despite the hardships she faced, Polly is able to recognize her own strength and resilience against all odds. Emotional and physical journeys help build character by showing that someone has gone through plentiful experiences and how their decisions influenced their lives and how it still can in the future still being painted for

Polly experienced lots of loss through Copper Sun, however, by looking deeper we figured out how she persevered and took up just about anything thrown in her path. Finally in the book Copper Sun, the 2 girls in the book journeys into adulthood involves experiencing and overcoming the atrocities of slaver, while also learning to navigate a new society. Similarly, as individuals move into adulthood and grow as people, they must learn to navigate the complexities of their society. This can involve confronting and overcoming obstacles such as discrimination, inequality and injustice, while also developing a deeper understanding of the world around them. In both cases, the process of growing and maturing involves confronting the challenges and developing new perspectives, ultimately leading to a greater sense of self-awareness and an ability to navigate the world more