Refer to explorations in literature for a complete version of this story.

how does julian, the protagonist in "everything that rises must converge," change by the end of the story?

julian realizes that he has treated his mother unkindly and really loves her.

julian understands that he has long been the cause of guilt and sorrow for his mother.

julian recognizes that his mother dislikes him as much as he dislikes her.

julian sees for the first time that his own views on race and justice are wrong.