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Purple Hibiscus Essay Question research (How does Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie…
Purple Hibiscus Essay Question research
How does Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie show the society in Nigeria through the character of Papa?
Very strict rules
very religious
valued silently obedient people
sees English/ western culture as superior
also sees white people as superior
oppressive
punishes revolts severely
more violent when fears that he will lose power/ control
ends in blood shed
How does Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie portray abuse through the character of Papa?
Says that it is for the best of his family
values silent obedience
controlling
Blames family for abuse
Presents self as perfect
children can't tell anyone
violent when angry
acts as god
strict about own beliefs, everyone must share
even if it means cutting off contact between children and grandfather