Question

the good braider: reading response questions

1. how does viola feel about her many responsibilities and the instructions she receives from her mother about how a girl from africa should live in the united states? include text evidence to support your inference (interpretation).
2. what is the tone (emotional feeling)of the last section in this part of the good braider? how is it different from the tone of earlier sections in terms of violas outlook on life in the united states?

Explanation:

For question 7, one would need to analyze the text to find passages where Viola expresses her thoughts on responsibilities and mother - given instructions. Look for words or actions that indicate her emotions like frustration, acceptance, or confusion. For question 8, identify the tone in the last section by looking at word choice, sentence structure, and Viola's statements. Then compare it with earlier sections by noting changes in her attitude, optimism, or pessimism.

Answer:

1. Without the text, specific evidence cannot be provided. However, Viola might feel conflicted, as she is trying to balance her African heritage and American life. She could be frustrated with the strict instructions or proud to carry on traditions. Evidence would come from her internal monologues or conversations in the text.
2. Without the text, the exact tone cannot be determined. But if the earlier sections were more hopeful and the last section is more somber, it could indicate a change in Viola's outlook due to challenges she faced in the US. If earlier sections were more hesitant and the last section is more confident, it shows growth in her adaptation.