What need motivates Cassie’s behavior toward Lillian Jean in Chapter 8 of Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry?

After Lillian Jean makes Cassie apologize and treat her respectfully in public, Cassie pretends to be friendly so she can get even. Cassie wants to regain her dignity and make Lillian Jean respect her, so the need for respect best explains her behavior.

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