Question

What does the novel suggest about the concept of beauty?

• A. Beauty is universally agreed upon.
• B. Beauty is a subjective experience.
• C. Beauty is defined by the standards of the dominant culture.
• D. Beauty is irrelevant to personal identity.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Beauty is defined by the standards of the dominant culture.

Morrison shows how Eurocentric beauty ideals (light skin, blue eyes) become destructive standards for Black girls like Pecola, creating deep psychological harm.