Raymond's Run By Toni Cade Bambar An Analysis

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Why do people use emojis? Emojis are understood all around the world. That is because they have something in common: emotions. We use emojis any where any time. No matter if you are in China, taking a visit in the Great Wall. They all represent what you are trying to say. In the story of “Raymond’s Run” by Toni Cade Bambara, the author uses emotions to connect to the reader's attention and grasp.Having a strong feeling in your life can lead to success. Determination in the protagonist, Squeaky, led to winning the race against her rival Gretchen and never giving up. In the story of “Raymond’s Run”, Squeaky faces challenges in her life that lead to “emojis” in her life. Her mother encourages her to become like those “strawberry”, “fairy”, or

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