Character Analysis (AQA A-Level English Literature A): Flashcards
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Author & pub. year of The Color Purple
Author & pub. year of The Color Purple
Alice Walker, 1982
Narrative structure of The Color Purple
Narrative structure of The Color Purple
Epistolary (told through letters)
Celie's transformation in novel
Celie's transformation in novel
Powerless victim to empowered seamstress/business owner
Celie's letter recipients shift shows what?
Celie's letter recipients shift shows what?
Her spiritual transformation & changing view of divinity
Shug Avery's occupation
Shug Avery's occupation
Glamorous blues singer
Shug's role in Celie's life
Shug's role in Celie's life
Catalyst for transformation; awakens erotic self & self-worth
Nettie's role in narrative
Nettie's role in narrative
Global perspective on colonialism & patriarchy via Africa
Sofia's response to oppression
Sofia's response to oppression
Defiant resistance; refuses subservience ('Hell no')
Mr. _____'s (Albert's) character arc
Mr. _____'s (Albert's) character arc
Transforms from abusive husband to respectful friend
Alphonso's true relationship to Celie
Alphonso's true relationship to Celie
Stepfather (not biological father); rapist & abuser