Question

What metaphor does Alexandra use to describe the role that Scout should play in her father's life because she is a girl? How does her repetition of the metaphor help establish her tone and indicate her feelings about Alexandra's attempt to influence her?

Answer 1

I'll help with the first question asked! Not entirely sure about the second.

My answer: Alexandra said she should be "a ray of sunshine in her fathers lonely life."

Hopefully someone can help you with the second!

~Hope this helps!