Question

What does the narrator suggest about Pecola's name in the novel?

• A. It is a traditional African American name.
• B. It comes from a character in the movie Imitation of Life.
• C. It was chosen to represent her innocence.
• D. It reflects her parents' love for her.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. It comes from a character in the movie Imitation of Life.

• Pecola's name is suggested to be derived from a character in the movie Imitation of Life, which is a film that deals with themes of racial identity and societal expectations.