My Antonia

Why is Jim’s grandfather embarrassed when Mrs. Shimerda kisses his hand? How does Mrs. Shimerda try to make up with Jake?

Book1 Chapter 18

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Mrs. Shimerda kissing the grandfather's hand is reminiscent of the way things used to be... the culture in which Mrs. Shimerda was raised. He is embarrassed because in America, neighbors are neighbors... she does not need to defer to him as if he were better.

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