Laurence’s speech “My Final Hour” reflects her commitment to social causes. Discuss with examples from the text. 

Characterisation

Theme

Write a detailed note on the various themes present in the novel The Binding Vine.

Discuss the main features of Boswell’s biographical art as employed in Life of Johnson. 

‘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.’ 

Examine the similarities/ points of contrast between Kate Chopin and Edna Pontellier in The Awakening.