Mama (Junior Cert English): Quizzes
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Who is Mama in relation to Kasienka?
Who is Mama in relation to Kasienka?
Her mother
Which two words best describe Mama's approach to finding her husband?
Which two words best describe Mama's approach to finding her husband?
Determined and single-minded
Who is Mama searching for throughout the story?
Who is Mama searching for throughout the story?
Tata, her husband who left them
What character trait makes Mama reluctant to accept assistance from others?
What character trait makes Mama reluctant to accept assistance from others?
She is proud
What does Mama say that shows her determination despite an uncertain future?
What does Mama say that shows her determination despite an uncertain future?
'We're going to England'
What is true about Mama's relationship with Kasienka?
What is true about Mama's relationship with Kasienka?
Mama relies heavily on Kasienka
How does Mama's determination change as time passes?
How does Mama's determination change as time passes?
It starts to wear her down
What does the 'sleepier smile' quote reveal about Mama?
What does the 'sleepier smile' quote reveal about Mama?
She persists despite exhaustion
Who provides Mama with friendship and laughter that helps her cope?
Who provides Mama with friendship and laughter that helps her cope?
Kanoro
Which three themes does Mama's role highlight in the story?
Which three themes does Mama's role highlight in the story?
Abandonment, resilience, immigrant exp.
What does Mama's question 'do you know that you are useless?' demonstrate?
What does Mama's question 'do you know that you are useless?' demonstrate?
Tension and emotional burden
What does Mama's journey underscore about the immigrant experience?
What does Mama's journey underscore about the immigrant experience?
Challenges of starting anew abroad