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Which author wrote 'Jazz'?

Bapsi Sidhwa
Zadie Smith
Toni Morrison (correct)
Maya Angelou

Which book explores the Partition of India?

Beloved by Toni Morrison
Jazz by Toni Morrison
The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison
Cracking India by Bapsi Sidhwa (correct)

What is a central theme in the works of Toni Morrison and Bapsi Sidhwa?

Space exploration
Economic policies
Subjugation of women (correct)
Environmental conservation

Identify and explain the key themes in the works of Toni Morrison and Bapsi Sidhwa mentioned in the text.

The key themes include race issues, identity issues, subjugation of women, and narration/narrator. Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the significance of the Harlem Renaissance in the context of the mentioned texts.

The Harlem Renaissance is significant as it was a cultural, social, and artistic explosion that took place in Harlem, New York, and had a profound influence on African American arts. It influenced the works of authors like Toni Morrison and Bapsi Sidhwa, providing a backdrop for their exploration of race and identity issues. Signup and view all the answers

How do the works of Toni Morrison and Bapsi Sidhwa address the theme of the Partition of India?

The works of Toni Morrison and Bapsi Sidhwa address the theme of the Partition of India by exploring its impact on individuals, communities, and identity, shedding light on the social and political consequences of this historical event. Signup and view all the answers