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Everyday Use Maggie And Dee Comparison
In Alice Walker’s short story, Everyday Use, there are many characters with contrasting personalities. There are two sisters named Dee and Maggie who are polar opposites in both appearance and character. Dee is more upstanding and proud, while Maggie is humble and respectful, so they don’t get along. Although most of Dee’s and Maggie’s characteristics contrast so much, they do share some of characteristics.
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