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The audience who are saying, "America never was America to me" were African American slaves. The audience who are saying, "It never was America to me" were the CEOs.

What is Tom’s American dream? Does he succeed or fail in his pursuit of this dream?
 * Glass Menagerie responses:**

Tom's dream is to become a member of the Union of Merchant seamen. I'm not sure if he succeeded or failed in his dream, but Tom paid for the dues, instead of the light bill. He probably plans on moving out. Tom said he'll be like his father or become like his father; he'll be gone for at least sixteen years.

Examine Chopin’s description of how Armand and Desiree fell in love. How does that foreshadow the end of the story?
 * Desiree's Baby responses:**

Armand was the one who had fallen in love with Desiree when he was riding by and saw her. When he saw her, he felt like he was struck by a pistol shot (website). When he looked into her eyes, he didn’t care. He didn’t care what he name was; she was nameless to him. The baby had brought them closer together. By the end of the story, Desiree realizes that her baby is not white. When Armand barges into the room, he ignores Desiree and the baby. As Desiree tries to get an explanation from Armand on what's going on, he continues to ignore her. It shows that his love for her has changed. Their baby, unfortunately, made their love for each other disappear. If Armand loves Desiree so much, he would stay with her and the baby. Surprisingly, he refuses and walks out, leaving Desiree and the baby behind him.