Issues of race, and colonialism are reflected in Kincaids’ essay “On Seeing England for the First Time.” Elucidate with examples from the text.
See Answer →Write a detailed note on the various themes present in the novel The Binding Vine.
See Answer →Trace a connection between the title ‘Misery’, and its sub-title ‘To Whom Shall I Tell My Grief?’
See Answer →In a field in front of the dining hall, I observed a beautiful ceremony. A large group of women, approximately 150 of them, were standing there on the grass in a huge circle, each holding a candle. I stopped and listened from under a nearby tree. They were singing a song in unison, and as each refrain ended two new women from the circle would step into it, move in opposite directions, and stop to hug each and every woman. These are the words they so wonderfully chanted: “dear sister, dear sister, I must let you know. You have loved me all these years, and I love you so.” That was it—such a simple, beautiful sentiment and as I found the way to my vehicle in the parking lot, I realized that I was singing the song as I walked. Merely doing so made me feel closer to my sisters and brothers. It was a powerful refrain. I began driving my car through the heavily wooded area.
See Answer →When I first met Gabriella, I couldn’t help but notice the sparkles. Her jewelry, sequined purse, and shiny strappy shoes caught my attention, as most doctors that I meet usually don’t wear such items. A well-dressed Caucasian woman with flawless fair skin, long blond hair, and the bluest eyes, she had a bubbly personality. Everything about her was sparkly. She was excited to begin the session; it shone in her eyes.
See Answer →‘To be an immigrant is to live out a tragedy….The clash of cultures….and of generations…..I’m talking about the struggle to assimilate and the need to preserve one’s identity and heritage…I’m taking about the children who don’t know what their identity is. I’m talking about the feelings of alienation engendered by a society where racism is prevalent. I’m talking about the terrific struggle to preserve one’s sanity while striving to achieve the best for one’s family.’
See Answer →Would you agree that Things Fall Apart is just a simple story of the rise and fall of one man? Give reasons for your answer.
See Answer →Write a critical note on the significance of songs in Paraja.
See Answer →Do you think that Things Fall Apart also appeals to readers across national boundaries? Give reasons in support of your answer.
See Answer →Examine the similarities/ points of contrast between Kate Chopin and Edna Pontellier in The Awakening.
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See Answer →Comment on the clash of different perspectives in Halfway House.
See Answer →How is the character of Chris contrary to that of his father in All My Sons?
See Answer →How does the Mau Mau struggle get reflected in the play The Trial of Dedan Kimathi? Discuss.
See Answer →Discuss the theme of social responsibility in the play All My Sons.
See Answer →‘With the British, we have been losers all the way – yes – but this is a new era. This is a new war. We have bled for you. We have fought your wars for you, against the Germans, Japanese, Italians.
See Answer →the object of his existence is ….. as if ……. he were there only to fill in the gaps in the lives of others …… whatever other people expect of him….. or in whichever way they think they can use him.”
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