Both stories begin with two innocent young girls who have something to look forward to and are anticipating something. Babette is looking forward to visiting her cousins away from home, however, Maman-Nainaine makes her wait until the figs are ripened. So now Babette anticipates the day when the figs do eventually ripen. Similarly, Maya Angelou is looking forward to her graduation, which gives her high hopes for her future.

In the beginning of both stories, we see two young girls anticipating something. Both get help in their movement from innocence to maturity and both learn important lessons. Babette looks forward to visiting her cousins, and with the guidance of Maman-Nainain, learns the meaning of patience. Maya looks forward to her graduation and life beyond it, and with the aide of Henry Reed, renews her pride in herself and in her race. Hence, she �

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