In the short story "Everyday Use", Alice Walker, the author, writes about an African American family of low economic and social class. When the mother talks about her two daughters she describes them having totally opposite qualities. Dee's pride and confidence is seen when her mother mentions that "She would always look anyone in the eye. Hesitation was no part of her nature" (Walker). Dee appears to have no insecurities which has helped her be extroverted; however, her pride has also led her to be materialistic, reckless, and ungrateful. On the other hand, Maggie's timid and nervous character is demonstrated by the way she walks with her "chin on chest, eyes on ground, feet in shuffle"(Walker). Unlike Dee, Maggie is humble and thankful. Although
