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What were some barriers to Hall's access to the white cathedral? How did this change her view of the yellow palace?

One barrier to access to the white cathedral was that it was across town "on the other side of the tracks." It was difficult for Hall to get transportation there because her mother did not have the time to take her across town, and she was too young to go by herself using public transportation. There was also a class barrier because the white cathedral was located in a wealthy neighborhood. After visiting the white cathedral, Hall became very angry. She was confused that the yellow palace and the white cathedral could have the same lending system, when they were so obviously different. Also, she saw the other inequalities between the two libraries in respect to space, hours, furniture, and the librarians. This changed her view of the yellow palace because it showed how inferior and unappealing it was.

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