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What different uses would Maggie and Dee have for the quilts in the story Everyday Use?
They are both ugly like you
How do you pronounce dalziel?
Dee-Ell (according to Reginald Hill, creator of the Fat Man)
In Everyday Use the author describes Dee (Wangero) as determined to stare down any disaster in her efforts. Which sentence about Maggie provides contrast to these traits?
She was determined to stare down any disaster in her efforts ~Apex
How pronounce immediate?
i-mee-dee-it
How do you pronounce Djedefre?
Jay-dee-fray
How does Mama feel about Maggie and Dee?
they are sisters
According to the narrator of "Everyday Use" how are Maggie and Dee different?
Maggie is timid and shy, but Dee is confident and likes to stand out. (apex)
Who were the characterS in everyday use by Alice walker?
maggie, dee, and mama
How does mama choose to resolve the conflict over the quilts In the story Everyday Use?
She takes the quilts from Dee and gives them to Maggie. In the story, "Everyday Use," Dee and Maggie had a conflict over the quilts. Mama resolved the conflict by taking the quilts from Dee and giving them to Maggie, who would love them, use them and hand them down to the next generation.
Why does Dee think mama and Maggie dont understand their heritage?
because they does not take time to understand they heritage
Everyday Use What was Mama's reaction to Dee demand to be given the objects?
Mama was initially hesitant and skeptical of Dee's sudden interest in the family heirlooms, but ultimately gave them to Maggie as she believed she would appreciate and use them more than Dee.
What is the impact that Mama's decision to give the quilts to Maggie has on the development of the plot of Every Day Use.?
Mama's decision to give the quilts to Maggie instead of Dee signifies a pivotal moment in "Everyday Use," highlighting themes of heritage and identity. This choice underscores Mama's recognition of Maggie's genuine connection to their family's legacy, contrasting with Dee's superficial appreciation of culture. The act reinforces the bond between Mama and Maggie, ultimately leading to Maggie's empowerment and growth. The decision also serves as a resolution to the conflict between the characters, shaping the narrative's conclusion and emphasizing the importance of authenticity in cultural heritage.
Who gets the quilts at the end of the story?
Maggie gets the quilts at the end of the story. Dee wants them as well, but Mama decides to give them to Maggie instead because she understands the sentimental value they hold for her.
What different use would Maggie and Dee have for the quilts?
They are both ugly like you
Why does Dee think mama and Maggie don't understand their heritage in Alice Walker?
In Alice Walker's "Everyday Use," Dee believes that Mama and Maggie lack an appreciation for their heritage because they see it in practical, everyday terms rather than as something to be displayed or celebrated. Dee views her own understanding of their roots as more refined and sophisticated, believing that Mama and Maggie's connection to their heritage is too simplistic. She criticizes them for not recognizing the value of cultural artifacts, seeing herself as the rightful guardian of their family's legacy through her desire to showcase and preserve their heritage in a more modern context.
What happens in the end of the story of everyday use?
In the exposition of the story, the narrator 'Mama', describes the namesake of her daughter Dee. Dee was named after her aunt Dicey, a kind, humble woman who knew how to perform all sorts of tasks on the farm and in the farmhouse.
How do Maggie and Dee regard the fire that destroyed the house?
4) How do Maggie and Dee regard the fire that destroyed the house?
