purple hibiscus Flashcards
1
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kambili character traits
A
- very shy
- keeps to herself (silent)
- obedient
- introvert
- insecure
2
Q
jaja character traits
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- rebellious
- symbolises freedom
- protective
- presented as a ‘changing’/developing character
3
Q
mama character traits
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- quiet
- family orientated
- survivor (put up with all of papa’s abuse for many years)
4
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papa character traits
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- abusive
- religious
- powerful
- high social status
5
Q
aunty ifeoma character traits
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- resilient
- stands for independence
- open-minded
- up stander
6
Q
analysis: “there was so much she did not mind” (kambili about mama)
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- acceptance
- detached herself
- survived this agony for years, learnt not to fight back
7
Q
analysis: “she spoke the way birds eat, in small amounts” (kambili about mama)
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- scared to speak
- learnt to talk minimally to protect herself
- papas put her down
8
Q
analysis: “i started putting poison in his tea before i came to Nsukka” (mama)
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- first act of rebellion
- been abused all these years- shows initiative and freedom
- ironic - papas strict rules were meant to create a ‘perfect’ christian home, lead to this downfall
9
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analysis: “i knew that when the tea burned my tongue, it burned papa’s love into me” (kambili)
A
- only way of feeling his love
- lacks affection
- burning tea symbolises the emotional and physical suffering she endures to please him
10
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analysis: “jaja, mama and I spoke more with our spirits than with our lips” (Kambili)
A
- silents dominates their household, enforced by their abusive father
- words are dangerous at home, words can inflict pain
- their shared suffering creates an understanding beyond words
11
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analysis: “Papa, may i have the key to my room please? I would like some privacy” (jaja)
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- rebellious acts when came home from Nsukka
- papa holds all the authority, shows a restrictive and strict household
