Comparative Themes (Edexcel A-Level English Literature): Flashcards
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Celie's transformation in The Colour Purple
Celie's transformation in The Colour Purple
From abused, naive girl to strong, independent woman
Shug Avery's role in Celie's life
Shug Avery's role in Celie's life
Helps Celie discover self-worth & sexuality
Celie's business venture symbolises what?
Celie's business venture symbolises what?
Financial & personal independence
Who does Maisie choose to live with?
Who does Maisie choose to live with?
Mrs. Wix, her governess
Mrs. Wix provides Maisie with what?
Mrs. Wix provides Maisie with what?
Genuine care & stability
Shared theme in both novels
Shared theme in both novels
Transition from innocence to experience
Parental neglect impact in both novels
Parental neglect impact in both novels
Central theme; both protagonists suffer from it
Sofia's character trait in The Colour Purple
Sofia's character trait in The Colour Purple
Strong, independent; refuses subjugation
Setting period of The Colour Purple
Setting period of The Colour Purple
Early 20th century
Maisie's parents Beale & Ida are described as
Maisie's parents Beale & Ida are described as
Neglectful, selfish, self-absorbed