How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
"What we give to our own people is far more important because it's given freely. Now you may have to call Lillian Jean 'Miss' because the white people say so, but you'll also call our own young ladies at church 'Miss' because you really do respect them." (6.94)
Cassie here learns a major lesson, although it doesn't sink in right away. Mama teaches her the difference between empty respect and earned respect. Being forced to address someone as "Miss" isn't true respect, so Cassie shouldn't feel humiliated.
Quote #5
Through the evening Papa and Uncle Hammer and Big Ma and Mr. Morrison and Mama lent us their memories, acting out their tales with stageworthy skills, imitating the characters in voice, manner, and action so well that the listeners held their sides with laughter. (7.42)
How does this type of storytelling work to strengthen bonds between members of the family and the community? Are there parallel examples of the children also engaging in such storytelling?
Quote #6
After the church services, the Averys returned home with us for Christmas dinner. All eight of the Avery children, including the four pre-schoolers, crowded into the kitchen with the boys and me, smelling the delicious aromas and awaiting the call to eat. (7.75)
Why do you think Taylor specifically mentions the number of children in the Avery family here? What larger point about "community" is she trying to make?