Everyday use

1) Dee and Maggie react differently due to their personalities. Dee only cares about what she wants, while Maggie is less selfish. Maggie wants less, but also gets less. Dee also feels superior to everyone in her culture. She shows this by reading to people. "she used to read to us, forcing lies, other people's habits" (Walker 258).
2) Dee others her culture by getting an education. "We raised the money, the church and me, to send her to Augusta to school" (Walker 258). This makes her feel above that culture. By being more educated and by being in a situation of higher class, Dee considers herself better that the others.
3) The author is on Maggie's side. Throughout the story, Dee is shown as selfish and rude, while Maggie is humble and caring. The author believes that being respectful and not above your heritage is important.