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The dispute over the quilts reveal about Maggie that she appreciates the history of her family. These quilts mean a lot to Mama, and her decision to give them to Maggie shows that this girl is responsible enough to preserve her heritage, while her sister wanted to get quilts in order to show off with her friend. Maggie knows the value of things.
The dispute over the quilts reveals about Maggie and shows that she wants to avoid conflict and confrontation. The narrator values close family ties with Maggie more than her inheritance. Maggie's level of education is revealed in the language she uses to speak and makes a difference with her mother and sisters.