When TJ says “Got me better friends than y’all! They give me things and treat me like I’m a man and… and they white too…” How does the ellipse and "they white too" affect TJ tone?

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Why is it better to have white friends than friends with the Logan children?

Chapter 8

Asked by Chicken J on 3/13/2021 10:31 PM

Last updated by Aslan on 3/14/2021 1:32 AM

Answered by Aslan on 3/14/2021 1:32 AM

The bad grammar tells us that TJ doesn't take the opportunities at school seriously and that he remains ignorant both emotionally and intellectually.