The Road to Memphis

The road to Memphis What does the dialogue between Stacey and the gas station attendant reveal about the attendant’s attitudes toward blacks?

The road to Memphis

What does the dialogue between Stacey and the gas station attendant reveal about the attendant’s attitudes toward blacks?

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The gas station attendant was conversational and pleasant. Stacey, however, didn't like the way her stereotyped blacks and took umbridge to his comments. When white customers arrived, however, the gas station attendant's demeanor changed.

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The Road to Memphis