Reading: Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Evaluating Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie‘s novel and her use of symbols and their meanings, the
contradictions within characters and how happenings in Kambili’s family can be recontextualized given
the politics of Nigeria during the novel. Our discussions have led to a number of themes ranging from
religion, politics, education, neo-colonialism, feminism and more. In a six page research paper, you will
examine the novel by the following
topic.
Topic: Many of the characters go through changes in the novel, but Jaja’s path from an obedient son to a
rebellious teenager stands out most. Find unifying details, events, characters, or symbols to follow his
character development.
Note: Keep in mind, the purpose of the paper is to show the understanding of the novel “Purple Hibiscus”
by referring to outside sources. Incorporate your own voice/analysis alongside those of the expert’s.
Employ MLA guidelines of citation and documentation.
You are writing an argumentative research paper , not an informative research paper.
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