By the end of the story, Squeaky is a completely different person. She respects Gretch and Raymond and she has become confident in herself. "Cause she's good, no doubt about it." Instead of rubbing it in that she won, she can compliment Gretchen and give her a true smile. She also learns to respect Raymond. As she watches him climb the fence after the race, she realizes, "Raymond would make a very fine runner" (27). She's ready to give up running to coach Raymond because she has many other things she can be good at. She is no longer so insecure about herself that she has to be the best runner.
The rising action in "Raymond's Run" involves Squeaky's preparation for the May Day race, her conflict with Gretchen, and her realization that Raymond has the potential to be a talented runner. This section builds tension and leads to the climax of the story.
Raymond's run takes place in Harlem, New York City. The story follows the life of Squeaky, a young girl who excels at running and cares for her brother, Raymond. The race in the story is held in the local park in Harlem.
"Raymond's Run" by Toni Cade Bambara contains allusions to Greek mythology, such as the reference to the myth of Mercury/Hermes, the messenger of the gods, representing Swot's speed and agility in running. The story also alludes to the biblical story of the prodigal son, as Squeaky learns to embrace her brother Raymond's talents and abilities.
The autohr describes Raymond as a city within a city, sort of like Vatican City within Rome.
when gretchen an raymond have the dodge city showdown
Mason Raymond was born in Cochrane, Alberta, Canada.
Raymond Laflamme was born in Qubec City, in Qubec, Canada.
Raymond Red was born in 1965, in Quezon City, Philippines.
Raymond Edward Murphy has written: 'The American city'
Raymond Kurshals was born in New York City, in New York, USA.
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