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Squeaky and Gretchen smile at each other after the race because they now respect each other. Before the race, both think little of the other. For example, Squeaky initially thinks Gretchen is vain and arrogant. Additionally, Mary Louise (formerly a close friend of Squeaky's) now socializes with Gretchen and engages in spiteful gossip against her. Rosie, the other girl who befriended Gretchen, is also on shaky ground with Squeaky because Rosie...

What is an example of verbal irony in "Raymond's Run"?

The climax of “Raymond’s Run” takes place toward the end of the story, as Squeaky and Gretchen wait for the winner of the fifty-yard dash to be announced. What event contributes to the tension at this point in the story?

Verbal irony happens when a speaking character says something different than what the literal or usual meaning is. Verbal irony is intentionally done by the speaker. Three common types of verbal irony are sarcasm, overstatement, and understatement. A good example from "Raymond's Run" is when Squeaky comes across Gretchen, Rosie, and Mary Louise. Squeaky and Raymond are on their way to the races when they come across the three girls. A little...

In the story "Raymond's Run," what is Squeaky's responsibility?

How does Squeaky feel about the May Day celebration?

What is the difference and the similarity between Squeaky and Gretchen?

What are examples of Squeaky showing empathy for other characters in "Raymond's Run"?

The theme can also be empathetic. Squeaky shows many signs of being empathetic towards other people. For example: "I can always retire as a runner and begin a whole new career as a coach with Raymond as my champion." (Line 360-362)

There are a number of instances in Toni Cade Bambara’s story “Raymond’s Run” in which Squeaky demonstrates her ability to be empathetic. An empathetic person has the ability to understand the emotions and feelings of others in a variety of situations. Squeaky shows her empathy for her disabled brother Raymond. She does not allow anyone to demean him. If they do, they have to deal with Squeaky’s wrath. Prior to Squeaky becoming...

How does Raymond's run contribute to the resolution of the story?

Raymond's having run alongside her on the other side of the fence reminds Squeaky of what she has revealed in the exposition as her duty to her family: All I have to do in life is mind my brother Raymond.... Now, she "minds" her brother more closely and perceives potential in her brother that she has not noticed before; and, having done so, Squeaky abandons her preoccupation with herself, [A]nd I look over at Gretchen.... And I smile....

In Toni Cade Bambara's story "Raymond's Run," Squeaky's family responsibility is to care for her disabled brother, Raymond. Due to Raymond's developmental disabilities he needs constant care to keep him safe and out of trouble. Squeaky takes this responsibility very seriously so that her mother can concentrate on caring for the family home. Raymond tags along with Squeaky wherever she goes in their Harlem neighborhood. While she practices her...

Both Squeaky and Gretchen are similar in the sense that both are competitive girls who are focused on winning the race. In the beginning, both are wary of each other. Squeaky dislikes Gretchen because a former friend has now taken up with the new girl. Mary Louise used to be Squeaky's friend, but she's now taken to gossiping about Squeaky behind her back. From the text, we can see that none of what Mary Louise says to Gretchen about Squeaky is...

Squeaky isn't especially enthusiastic about the May Day celebration. She takes her time getting to the park on May Day because the track meet is the last event of the program, and that is the only event she wants to participate in. Squeaky especially wants to avoid the May Pole dancing. She thinks that dressing up in a "white organdy dress with a big satin sash" is a waste of time, since the dress will eventually get dirty. Also, May Day...

At the end of the race in Toni Cade Bambara’s story “Raymond’s Run,” there is a bit suspense. Squeaky and Gretchen finish running the race, and Squeaky realizes Raymond ran right along with her on the other side of the fence. The outcome of the race is not known at this time. As the race directors begin to announce the winner, the public address system begins to make a high pitched sound and then dies out. The timers can be heard...

How does Squeaky feel about the May Day celebration?

What is the difference and the similarity between Squeaky and Gretchen?

What details support a prediction that Squeaky will be tough to beat in the race?

What are examples of Squeaky showing empathy for other characters in "Raymond's Run"?

Squeaky and Gretchen smile at each other after the race because they now...

What is an example of verbal irony in "Raymond's Run"?

The climax of “Raymond’s Run” takes place toward the end of the...

Verbal irony happens when a speaking character says something different...

In the story "Raymond's Run," what is Squeaky's responsibility?

How does Squeaky feel about the May Day celebration?

What is the difference and the similarity between Squeaky and Gretchen?

What are examples of Squeaky showing empathy for other characters in...

The theme can also be empathetic. Squeaky shows many signs of being...

There are a number of instances in Toni Cade Bambara’s story...

How does Raymond's run contribute to the resolution of the story?

Raymond's having run alongside her on the other side of the fence...

In Toni Cade Bambara's story "Raymond's Run," Squeaky's family...

Both Squeaky and Gretchen are similar in the sense that both are...

Squeaky isn't especially enthusiastic about the May Day celebration. She...

At the end of the race in Toni Cade Bambara’s story “Raymond’s...

How does Squeaky feel about the May Day celebration?

What is the difference and the similarity between Squeaky and Gretchen?

What details support a prediction that Squeaky will be tough to beat in...

What are examples of Squeaky showing empathy for other characters in...