Stereotypes+of+Southwest+Virginia-Introdution

Each region has specific stereotypes which often depict the worst aspects of the region, and our region is no exception. Those of us who are from Soutwest Virginia are victims of the most severe stereotypes. Individuals from this area are often seen as uneducated, ignorant people. In order to open up the eyes of the "confused," our project depicts both sides of the stereotype, and hopefully we can show that the native Appalachians do not fit into that stereotype but instead are educated, well-rounded people who are in the mainstream of American society.

Interview with Diana Withen

Samantha's Genre Pieces: - Appalachia at a Glance - Letter to Mom - Where we are From - Coal Cinquain - Johnny Williams' Will - Dear Diary. - Create Your own Appalachian - Appalachian Dictionary - [|Appalachian Crossword Puzzle] - Appalachian Word Search

Stephanie's Genre Pieces - Letter to Cousin - Resum'e - Obituary - Southern Recipes - Cinquains - Birth Announcement - Two-Voice Writing - Word Search Puzzle

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