Alice Walker inserts symbols to characterize the personalities of the characters. ... It is like an extended living room " (Walker 810). ... Mama treats the yard with value, the same way she would treat her living room. ... Dee characteristic in "Everyday Use " shows the materialistic view she places on certain objects such the butter churn. ... Mama view on her daughter Dee changes throughout the story. ...

• Word Count: 1723
• Approx Pages: 7
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School