Question

Why does Claudia dislike white dolls and Shirley Temple?

• A. Because she prefers darker dolls
• B. Because she feels pressure to admire them but doesn't understand why
• C. Because they resemble her sister
• D. Because they frighten her

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Because she feels pressure to admire them but doesn't understand why

Claudia resents the forced adoration of white dolls and Shirley Temple, realizing that she is expected to idolize white beauty, even though she doesn’t relate to it. This highlights her early resistance to racial beauty norms.