The Lesson By Toni Cade Bambara Character Analysis

298 Words2 Pages
"The Lesson" written by Toni Cade Bambara is the story of a young girl named Sylvia. This story describes a summer day on which Miss Moore takes Sylvia, her cousin Sugar, and their friends on a trip. Some experiences can change a person and their outlook profoundly. Sylvia's character is greatly influenced by where she is from, how she was raised, and the people who have the most influence in her life. Living in the slums and being poor has made Sylvia defensive and judgmental of others. Sylvia's friends and Miss Moore have a great influence on how she thinks and acts. The people in her life lead Sylvia to be more observant but also cause her to feel angry and stubborn. All of these characteristics determine Sylvia’s personality, and also