African American education, and not giving them equal opportunities to learn. Another point on the General Model of Ethnic Relations is negative beliefs and stereotypes. This can directly relate to the story Dr. Francis discussed with us in class. One day during their trip down south with their youth group, they wanted to eat at a certain restaurant. As they went in, the owner came out, and told them an African American boy could not eat in his restaurant. The owner then continued to say how he was not
back with regret. There were so many ways for things to get better.” This quote is from Amy Tan’s novel The Joy Luck Club. Amy Tan had many downfalls in her life, yet she still accomplished many achievements. She was, and still is, a famous successful writer. Through the quote above, Tan is saying that no matter the hard times that come into life, there is always something better in the future. Amy Tan affected American history and literature by showing her audience through her writings the struggle