I like how when Gloria Anzald\u00faa proposes this question, it isn\u2019t the type of question that you expect a literal response to. I think the way Anzaldua was proposing this question was to show how a wild tongue like hers was not made to stay quiet and be reserved. Because Anzaldua always stood for what she believed in and make a positive change, when the dentist told her they were \u201cgoing to have to do something about [her] tongue,” it made her question what that really meant. Given the \u201cstrong and stubborn\u201d personality she had, there was no way to stop a wild tongue like hers. In my opinion, although you can\u2019t force a strong, opinionated person to keep to themselves, there are ways in which this wild tongue can be tamed. Because of the situation she was in and the hardships she faced such as racism and sexism, I believe there is a way to express opinions and thoughts for your own personal benefit. Knowing how and when to express your opinions is of importance due to her being considered a minority. There are always better, more appropriate ways to say the express your thoughts without having to hold back from what we have to say. You don\u2019t necessarily have to \u201cmake it lie down\u201d but know when to keep low and how to come up.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
I like how when Gloria Anzald\u00faa proposes this question, it isn\u2019t the type of question that you expect a literal response to. I think the way Anzaldua was proposing this question was to show how a wild tongue like hers … Continue reading