Characters
The main character of the story
Ascot
What societal issue is noted by Ascot's ability to achieve success abroad due to his fair skin
Racism
Ascot's ambition
To drive a big white car
How does Oliver Senior use symbolism to highlight societal values
Through Ascot's fair skin representing privilege
Not Ascot's father
Dagoman
Ascot was learning to drive here
Kingston
Theme that is explored through the community's gossip in the story.
Social norms and judgement
How many years had passed before Miss Clemmie received the first letter?
3 years
What literary device is used to critique societal norms through humor and exaggeration?
Satire
Ascot's mother
Miss Clemmie
The story was set in this country
Jamaica
What theme is highlighted through the protagonist's use of charm to gain favor in the community?
Charm and manipulation
What did the letter show about Ascot's education?
He could not spell properly.
Squeaky like muss-muss
Simile
The narrator's brother
Kenny
The first state that Ascot went to in the USA
Florida
Which them is reflected in the protagonist's decision to leave his community for better opportunities
Ambition
What did the letter show about Miss Clemmie's education?
She could not read.
Contrast of Ascot's outward charm with his flaws
Juxtaposition
The narrator's mother
Aunt Essie or Miss Essie
The last state Ascot went to in the USA.
Chicago
How does the setting in the story contribute to the story's themes?
Highlights the economic struggles of the community
What kind of degree did Ascot's wife have ?
Masters Degree
Vivid descriptions of the setting to help the reader visualize the community
Imagery