Twyla also states that it is strange to be stuck in a place with someone of a completely different race (1). These comments reveal that Twyla's mother has prejudice against the other race, which is passed on to Twyla because she tells Mrs. Itkin, "My mother won't like you putting me here" because of Twyla's race. Roberta (1). This reveals that Twyla has a preconceived notion about the other race without knowing the truth about them. Mrs. Itkin makes a sarcastic remark to Twyla after her comment about her mother. Then, Twyla declares that if Roberta had laughed, she would have killed her (1). This makes it seem like Twyla thinks she is superior to Roberta due to her mother's damaging remarks. This shapes Twyla's opinion of Roberta when they first meet. Twyla demonstrates racial prejudice towards Roberta due to their different skin