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In Barn Burning, by William Faulkner, I found it hard to characterize the young boy, Sarty. However, through his actions and what others say to and about him, I began to understand his nature and why he is the way that he is.

First of all, what people say to Sarty can tell me a lot about him. However, Abner, Sarty's father, really did not say anything to him at all. Sarty did not have a good father figure to look up to. His father burned down barns and broke the law; how is that setting a good example?

Sarty's actions throughout this story helped me see his true colors. He starts to distinguish right from wrong when he questions his father's actions. He is growing throughout this story and in the end realizes that what his family is doing is wrong and needs to stop. He shows independence when he runs away and shows courage when he warns de Spain and stands up to his family.

Sarty seems to live in a dysfunctional family with no one to really look up to. He is......

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