Read the sentences. Use the drop-down menus to put them in the correct order for a P. I.E. analysis. Use the number 1 to indicate which sentence should come first.

Amy's mother understands that Amy is embarrassed and shows that she cares by giving Amy a tweed skirt and reminding her that even though she might dress like an American girl, she must always remember her family and their customs.

Giving Amy the tweed skirt shows that she understands that Amy wants to fit in and look like other American girls. But at the same time, Amy's mother wants her to respect and honor her family's traditions.

Amy Tan uses characterization to show how her mother understands her feelings about not fitting in.