Cornelli · Question
How does Cornelli develop the theme of Conformity vs. Individuality?
Answer
Cornelli by Johanna Spyri develops Conformity vs. Individuality across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.
Cornelli's wild, free-spirited nature clashes with the strict social expectations of proper behavior and appearance imposed by the cousins, raising questions about whether a child should be 'civilized' or allowed to remain authentic.
The children's desires to pursue music and painting are opposed by the guardian's insistence on conforming to economic realities.
Cornelli's free, wild nature clashes with the cousins' expectations of proper ladylike conduct.
Cornelli's rebellious behavior, such as wearing a winter dress in heat and throwing it out the window, clashes with the adults' expectations of proper conduct.
Evidence in the book
- II: Up in the Top Story
The children's desires to pursue music and painting are opposed by the guardian's insistence on conforming to economic realities.
- III: New Appearances in Iller-Stream
Cornelli's free, wild nature clashes with the cousins' expectations of proper ladylike conduct.
- IV: The Unwished-for Happens
Cornelli's rebellious behavior, such as wearing a winter dress in heat and throwing it out the window, clashes with the adults' expectations of proper conduct.
