Mama Beatrice Flashcards
1
Q
“Husband crowns women’s life , Ifeoma”
A
- hierarchal marriage she is in
- Papa is more important than mama and has more authority in their relationship
- husbands should be in charge and wives should just allow it
2
Q
“She spoke the way birds eat , in small amounts”
A
- submissive and quiet, which reflects on Kambili
- only speaks when necessary in fear of papas abuse
- fearful of what the consequence could be if she said something papa doesnt like
3
Q
“Jaja , Mama and I spoke more with our spirits than with our lips”
A
- found a bond through the suffering they are all enduring
- find alternative ways of communicating to avoid the abuse
- result of oppression in the household
- has a special bond with her children, yet doesnt have the courage to defend them
4
Q
“there was so much that she did not mind.”
A
- submissive behaviour of mama
- lacks courage to speak up against papa
- fear of the consequences she may suffer
- quiet and timid due to papa
5
Q
“I started putting poison in his tea”
A
- calm and composed tone
- knew that it had to be done
- has come to terms with the fact that there may be a punishment
- expects to be caught
- it was an act of desperation
- finally realised that she had to protect her kids
