Legacy of Colonization
Where does Douglas Jones' and Dodge W. Livingstone Jr's wealth come from?
Colonial ideals and British colonization
How does Miriamu break gender norms in the story?
rejecting the marriage, disobeying parents (father), her independence flourishing, running away, etc.
What does Douglas Jones ask of Wariuki if he wants to marry his daughter?
That it be a wedding at the cross
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How much does Wariuki make as a milk clerk?
30 Shillings a month
How many letters are in the alphabet?
26
How does Colonialism get passed on in the story?
Douglas Jones --> Wariuki (Livingstone) --> Two sons --> and on
What are some words used to describe Miriamu's role in their marriage?
dragged, cooperated, broken, submitted, hidden, diminished, shadow, etc.
Why does Miriamu leave the comfort of her family to be with Wariuki?
She wants love, liveliness, culture, etc.
(to escape the oppression of tradition and colonialism)
Why does Wariuki continue to change himself and his beliefs?
To get revenge after being humiliated by Douglas Jones
How many pets does Abe have?
5
How does Wariuki see the whites and Indians?
permanent fixtures of the land --> likens them to mountains
What does Wariuki say is the reason for his change and vying for Douglas' approval?
He diminishes Wariuki's manhood in fromt of Miriamu and her mother
What are some differences in the way Douglas and Miriamu view sin and religion?
Douglas views Miriamu's marriage and life as a sin
Miriamu later in the story wonders how a life like hers, bringing children into the world, being happy with Warikuki (before Livingstone) could be a life of sin.
How does Douglas Jones comfort Wariuki before the "execution"/humiliation?
True wealth comes from the Lord on high, people have found success in worse spots
What is the Capital of Florida?
Tallahassee
When the Mau Mau war of national liberation breaks out who is Wariuki angry with and why?
"...with his own people. Why should they upset the peace? Why should they upset the stability...? He now believed, albeit without much conviction, the lies told by the British about imminent prosperity and widening opportunities for blacks."
In what ways are colonized people and places similar to how women are represented in this story?
seen not heard, cooperate and listen, adjust to other people/persons choices and values, "dress the part"
What do Douglas, Livingstone, and family believe to be the reason Miriamu says no to marrying Livingstone?
The "breakaway churches" with no "properly trained priest" that actually worship the devil.
On the day of the wedding OR when he falls to his knees before Livingstone
Kaylee has 3 floor to ceiling bookshelves, one 4 tier rotating bookshelf, and a 2 tier small shelf. All of them are filled with books, including about 70 on the floor that don't fit. How many books are there?
510