Monday, 22 June 2009
Black is Beautiful Movement
How significant is the social/historical context to an understanding of the novel? What was the political climate like at the time?
Shirley Temple and Bojangles
Read Claudia's description of Shirley Temple and Bojangles on pages 12-13. Think about the link between Shirley Temple and the dolls. Comment on Morrison's language choices in this section.
Sunday, 21 June 2009
Soaphead Church
Pages 130-145
Think about the questions I emailed you. Why is Soaphead such an important character?
The Bluest Eye
What do you think of the final section of the novel?
How do you feel about what happens to Pecola?
Was this what you expected?
How do the themes come together in this final section?
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