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What does Pa negotiate with Mr regarding?

  • Nettie
  • Neither Celie nor Nettie
  • Both Celie and Nettie
  • Celie (correct)
  • What does Nettie say about Celie's intelligence?

    She says Celie isn't dumb.

    What is Celie’s attitude toward Mr's household?

    I don't fight, I stay where I'm told. But I'm alive.

    What is Celie's coping mechanism?

    <p>I make myself wood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Celie want regarding Shug Avery?

    <p>I just be thankful to lay eyes on her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mr tell Harpo about marriage?

    <p>Wives are like children.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What advice does Celie give Harpo about Sofia?

    <p>Beat her, I say.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Sofia say about fighting?

    <p>'All my life I've had to fight.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Shug tell Celie to explore?

    <p>Explore her own body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Sofia do to the Mayor?

    <p>Sofia knocks the man down.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What description is given about violence in jail?

    <p>They crack her skull, they crack her ribs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mary Agnes say after her traumatic prison experience?

    <p>My name is Mary Agnes, she says.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Sofia's boss say during Christmas?

    <p>Go get your things. You can stay all day.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Shug say to Celie about the past?

    <p>I love you, Miss Celie.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Nettie bring up in her first letter?

    <p>This is the letter I been holding in my hand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Shug question about Mr?

    <p>What happened to the man I love?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Nettie realize about herself?

    <p>I hadn't realized I was so ignorant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Nettie say about the Bible?

    <p>It is the pictures in the Bible that fool you.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What questions does Nettie ask about the slave trade?

    <p>Why did they sell us?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Celie's reaction to Mr hiding letters?

    <p>How I'm going to keep from killing him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Shug and Celie do together?

    <p>Us sleep like sisters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Nettie say about roofleaf God?

    <p>Is it not God?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Olinka say about women?

    <p>A girl is nothing to herself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Nettie say regarding family history?

    <p>Mutilated and burnt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Shug describe God?

    <p>He is big and old and tall and greybearded and white.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Shug's pantheistic idea begin with?

    <p>Trees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What statement does Celie say to Mr?

    <p>Your dead body just the welcome mat I need.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Celie's message in her business setup?

    <p>Every stitch I sew will be a kiss.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Harpo do for Mr?

    <p>Made him send you the rest of your sister's letters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Olinka face?

    <p>At least temporary defeat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Nettie say about her feelings for Samuel?

    <p>I love his walk, his size, his shape, his smell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Sofia tell Eleanor Jane?

    <p>When Reynolds Stanley grows up, he's gon be one of them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nature of Celie and Mr's relationship at the end?

    <p>Now us sit sewing and talking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is mentioned about Adam and Tashi's love?

    <p>Their minds seem to have been completely riveted on each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Celie express in her final letter?

    <p>Dear God, Dear stars, dear trees.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sentiment expressed in the last lines?

    <p>I don't think us feel old at all.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Negotiations and Relationships

    • Pa negotiates with Mr. regarding Celie and Nettie, implying Celie's worth despite being "spoiled."
    • Nettie supports Celie, affirming her value and intelligence despite Celie's self-doubt.

    Coping and Resilience

    • Celie expresses survival in Mr.'s household, highlighting her passive acceptance of life circumstances.
    • She adopts a coping mechanism of visualizing herself as a tree, reflecting her inner strength and fear of man.

    Longing and Aspirations

    • Celie yearns to see Shug Avery, indicating her deep admiration that goes beyond mere celebrity.

    Marriage Dynamics

    • Mr. views wives similarly to children, advocating for control in marriage.
    • Celie advises Harpo to use violence against Sofia, pointing to societal expectations of male dominance.

    Resistance and Confrontation

    • Sofia recounts her lifelong struggles against men, emphasizing the danger for women in male-dominated families.
    • Sofia's confrontation with the Mayor culminates in her physically overpowering him, illustrating her strength.

    Trauma and Recovery

    • Description of brutal violence in jail underscores systemic oppression and the personal cost of defiance.
    • Mary Agnes stands firm after experiencing trauma, reclaiming her identity.

    Work and Recognition

    • Sofia's experience working for Miss Millie reveals underlying racial tensions and power dynamics.

    Love and Sexuality

    • Shug encourages Celie to explore her sexuality, signifying personal growth and liberation.
    • Shug expresses her love for Celie, breaking traditional boundaries of affection.

    Family Connections

    • Nettie's letters reveal the depth of emotional longing and the importance of familial ties despite separation.

    Historical Context and Reflection

    • Nettie reflects on Africa and slavery, grappling with ignorance and inherited trauma.
    • Questions raised by Nettie about the legacy of slavery highlight ongoing emotional scars.

    Conflict and Forgiveness

    • Celie's anger over Mr. hiding letters illustrates deep betrayal and the struggle for autonomy.
    • Celie and Mr. find common ground, suggesting redemption and healing through shared experiences.

    Cultural Commentary

    • Olinka women’s status is depicted as reliant on their husbands, highlighting patriarchal structures.
    • Shug's pantheistic views challenge conventional notions of God, associating divinity with nature.

    Empowerment and Business

    • Celie’s establishment of her business represents independence and empowerment in Memphis.
    • Changes in Mr. occur as he acknowledges the consequences of meanness, suggesting personal growth.

    Relationships and Community

    • Adam and Tashi's love story reflects deep emotional connection and shared focus amid societal challenges.
    • Final letters encapsulate gratitude and an appreciation for life’s beauty, showcasing growth and happiness.

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