Figurative Language
The house becomes acutely still. The lilies in the living room stand poised.
What type of figurative language is used in this passage?
Personification
What does the headscarf symbolize in the book?
Connection to heritage and faith
Which character represents the traditional values and expectations of the protagonist's family?
Shelina's parents
What is the primary theme explored in "Love in a Headscarf"?
The search for identity and balancing cultural expectations
How does Shelina Zahra Janmohamed use the literary element of symbolism in "Love in a Headscarf" to add layers of meaning to the protagonist's journey?
The headscarf symbolizes the protagonist's internal conflict between personal desires and cultural expectations, adding depth to her struggle for self-identity.