Question

Marguerite says that she does not need the shielding of her culturally exclusive African American community because of what new found characteristic? ( i know why the caged bird sings)

Answer 1

In the book:I know why the caged bird sings, she feels trapped in her culture because she loves Shakespear but because she is black and he was a white writer than her grandma does not approve of her choice of reading. But then she meets a woman who is very strong and does not care about others opinions. While having tea with her she decides that she can become strong and independent just like her. Hope this helps and answer your question!