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31 May, 07:38

List some things in alexie's life that made a love of reading difficult to sustain. Consider things that worked against his learning and growth.

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  1. 31 May, 08:44
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    This question is referring to a short story titled Superman and Me

    By Sherman Alexie.

    Explanation:

    Basically, there are three main things that make Alexie's love of reading is difficult to sustain.

    - Poor economic situation

    This make it really hard for Alexie to obtain a book to read. Alexie has to rely on places like Pawn Shop, Goodwill, or borrowing others book in order to obtain it.

    - Education was not taken seriously by the family.

    Rather than being taught by teachers or his family members, the boy taught himself how to read.

    - Social pressure given by others.

    According to the story, indian community where he lived looked down upon people who are smart and capable. Indian children are expected to be stupid and subservient even by the teachers around him.
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