Everyday Use

Every day use by Alice Walker

What is the purpose of beginning the selection with Mama's recollections and then moving to Dee's arrival?

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The recollections at the beginning of the story set the tone and mood for Dee's arrival. In this section, we come to understand a bit about Dee, her relationships with her mother, and her feelings about home. The section establishes Mama as a reliable narrator.

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