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CONFLICTS BETWEEN ADAH AND FRANCIS IN SECOND CLASS CITIZEN

  The novel is centered on both interpersonal and intercultural conflicts. However, this essay will concentrate on the interpersonal conflicts which include both Adah and Francis. The both characters had many conflicts and disagreement which resulted in their divorce at the end of the text. One major quarrel between Adah and Francis is the former going for family planning pills, after the birth of Adah’s fourth child and the complication she had, she resolve within her that she would not have any more children. This made her to visit a family hospital in order to seek medical advice on family planning pills. When Francis discovered that Adah had taken precaution against becoming pregnant, he was mad and a quarrel ensue. Adah was beaten terribly and it took the intervention of Mr. Noble to settle both of them. Frances unfriendly and uncooperative nature always leads to constant quarrels and conflicts. His non acceptance of his responsibilities as a father and husband made Adah to

SYMBOLS EMPLOYS IN SECOND CLASS CITIZEN BY BUCHI EMECHETA

  A symbol is a storytelling device used by a writer to convey information to readers at various points during the story. A symbol can symbolize both itself and something else. The writer employs a lot of symbolic symbolism to advance the storyline of the novel. The frigid reception of Adah in England serves as a strong example of symbolism in the narrative. The surroundings is not only frigid; even Francis' welcome is cold. Adah's experiences in England were chilly and unresponsive. Her connection with her spouse deteriorates throughout her time in England. She was also hospitalized in England, and her spouse showed little concern or understanding. Adah makes little academic progress and her spouse fails his exams. Throughout her time in England, she and her family dwell in a one-bedroom flat, and bed bugs infect Vicky's right ear. Also in England, Trudy, the childminder, exploits Adah's brilliance, disregards her two children, and instead sleeps with Adah's

HOW BAROKA OPPOSES THE CONSTRUCTION OF RAILWAY

  HOW BAROKA OPPOSES THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RAILWAY IN THE LION AND THE JEWEL The play The Lion and The Jewel centers on the struggle between tradition and modernity, Baroka represent tradition while Lakunle depicts modern culture. Some themes highlighted in the text include change, bride price and irresponsibility. Baroka is the Bale of Ilujile, a village known for its culture and tradition. Baroka whose eyes are small and always red with wine is very cunning. He is consider a fox by Lakunle. Part of Baroka cunning nature is seen in the way he stop the construction of the railway. In other to control the people of the village, Baroka fights off the intruder, the white surveyor who supervises the construction of the railway. He achieves this through his many ways, this act is presented through mime and Baroka told the white surveyor to take the construction to a neighboring village. This way Baroka blocks civilization which should have come to the village. Baroka sees the cons

The Leader and the Led as a Criticism of African Leadership Style.

  The Leader and the Led as a criticism of African Leadership style: A critical evaluation The Leader and the Led" by Professor Niyi Osundare is an allegorical poem that highlights the type of leadership style in Africa and what leadership should be. The poem illustrates political and social dynamic that exists between African leaders and their supporters. The Leader and the Led serves as Niyi Osundare's quest in seeking answers to Africa's leadership difficulties. This poem subtly criticizes certain people's assumption that the seat of power is their birthright, that they are the most qualified and that no one can do it better. He also offers the types of leaders who might be good to our society. To do this, he uses the features and characteristics of animals to expand on the subject matter of the poem which centers on leadership role in the African continent. The hyena's "lethal hunger" relates to the attitude of most African politicians. They per

The Power Of Love

 The Power of Love: Strengthening Your Relationship When it comes to dating for the first time, we often focus on the excitement of the unknown, the feeling of butterflies in our stomachs and the possibility of a new chapter in our lives. While these feelings may be exhilarating, the truth is that relationships take work. If we want to strengthen our bond and create a healthy, long lasting relationship, we must understand the power of love and invest in it. Discovering the Meaning Behind Love Love is a powerful emotion, and it comes in many forms. It is more than just a feeling, it is a connection that is built on trust, respect, and understanding. Love is not just about attraction or passion, but also about commitment, compassion, and loyalty. It is about being able to accept each other, flaws and all, and supporting each other through life’s ups and downs.  Exploring Ways to Deepen Intimacy Intimacy is essential for a strong relationship, and it goes beyond physical connection. Intim

How Time was personified in 'The Song of the Woman of My Land'.

 Time is presented in the poem ‘The Song of the Woman of my Land’ as quite powerful. Discuss. The poem ‘The Song of the Woman of my Land’ reflects the collective gain and aspiration of women in the development of their family and community. The poem centered on themes such as oppression of women, endurance, pain and importance of music. The poem can be considered a dirge because it is a lamentation of women who have dead and left behind their lyrics of their song. A dirge is a song of mourning about pain, death and funeral. The poem is characterized by pain, sadness, sorrow and regret. The power highlights the importance and power of time, the poet is of the opinion that time brought a negative change in the lives of people in the community and makes people forget the memories of the lyrics of the women in the poem. Time ‘chisels away’ the memory and the lyrics of the song of the women of the persona’s land. It leaves a fading tune and a dying song instead. This shows that time is pres
REVISION GRADE 10 SECTION A: OBJECTIVES General literary principles SECTION B: STRUCTURED QUESTIONS 1. The lion and the jewel     a. Setting and plot     b. Characterisation     C. Thematic pre occupation     d. Dramatic technique 2. The Leader and the led      a. Subject matter      b. Poetic devices and style      C. Thematic pre occupation REVISION GRADE 11 SECTION A: OBJECTIVES 1. General literary principles 2. Context questions from Williams Shakespeare's Mid Summer Night Dreams SECTION B: STRUCTURE QUESTIONS 1. Second Class Citizen     a. Setting and plot     b. Characterisation     C. Thematic pre occupation     d. Narrative technique and styles 2. The Grieved Lands     a. Subject matter     b. Poetic devices and style     C. Thematic pre occupation 3. Wuthering Heights      a. Major roles of Characters      b. Thematic pre occupation