Anita and Me: Writer's Methods and Techniques (Edexcel GCSE English Literature): Flashcards
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Narrative technique Syal uses in Anita and Me
Narrative technique Syal uses in Anita and Me
First-person narrative
Effect of first-person narrative in Anita and Me
Effect of first-person narrative in Anita and Me
Personal & intimate connection with Meena's experiences
What humour & satire address in Anita and Me
What humour & satire address in Anita and Me
Racism and cultural identity
Types of cultural references in the novel
Types of cultural references in the novel
Indian traditions & British pop culture of 1960s
Purpose of cultural references in Anita and Me
Purpose of cultural references in Anita and Me
Illustrate Meena's dual identity & cultural clash
How does Syal develop characters in Anita and Me?
How does Syal develop characters in Anita and Me?
Vivid, multifaceted characters
What Anita's character represents
What Anita's character represents
Rebellion
What Meena's character shows
What Meena's character shows
Cultural confusion
Techniques Syal uses to enhance themes
Techniques Syal uses to enhance themes
Imagery and symbolism
Contrasting settings in Anita and Me
Contrasting settings in Anita and Me
Traditional Indian home & English village
What contrasting settings reflect
What contrasting settings reflect
Meena's internal struggle between two cultures