![]() When his wife comes over, he even persuades her to not wear the sari as if she is in India. He starts eating cereal, which is extremely American, almost every day. On the other hand, the main character in “The Third and Final Continent” adapts well. Not being able to deal with the different cars shows her inability to cope with the conflicting cultures. ![]() Ultimately, she is in a car crash, which is a metaphor representing the cultural conflict she experiences. ![]() Also, she says that the fish at the supermarket can satisfy a cat 39 different ways but none appeal to her. Sen doesn’t wear shoes indoors, which contrasts with how Eliot’s mom wears boots everywhere. Sen is not accustomed to the American way of life. Throughout the story, many details show that Mrs. The two most significant symbols are the knife and her fondness of whole fish, both of which are incredibly common in India. Sen) displays a strong attachment to Indian traditions. Many of the characters have to face the difference between the culture of India and the United States as some choose to keep their traditions while others adapt. The book Interpreter of Maladies is a collection of short stories about Indian-Americans, focusing heavily on the cultural conflicts of its characters. ![]()
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