Facial Images Of Marji's Identity

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In this image, Marji is standing all alone with a black and white background behind her. Her facial expressions look very dark and low-spirited. She has a confused look over her face, which compliments her big frown. The picture is split into two sides. One side shows Marji’s face with her hair covered by the veil, and the other side of the picture shows her revealing her hair. Behind her on the left side there are rulers, clocks, and other science related objects. On the right side where she is wearing her veil you can see detailed leaves, and signs dealing with her religion. This picture depicts the struggle that Marji goes through with her faith and finding her identity. Marji appreciates both her religion and her belief in fighting for

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