Question

What is the effect of Mama's braiding the narrator's hair as she tells the story of La Loca? Why does the narrator explain how hard Mama pulled her hair as she was braiding it?

Answer 1

ANSWER -

The effect of Mama braiding the narrator's hair is a symbol of the bonding between the two. The pain from the tight braiding symbolizes the strength and power of the story, as well as the connection between the generations. This emphasizes the importance of the story and the cultural traditions passed down from Mama to the narrator.