Characters symbolism-Crumbs from the Table of Joy Flashcards
1
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What does Ernestine symbolise
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- narrator of the story
- insightful, imaginative
- traumatized by the death of Sandra
- strives to achieve higher social class and education
2
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What does Ermina symbolise
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- Ernestine’s younger sister
- less thoughtful and outspoken
- interested in boys
3
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What does Godfrey symbolise
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- Father of Ernestine and Ermina
- religious/ obsession
- hard working and ambitious
4
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What does Lily symbolise
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- sister of Godfrey’s dead wife (sandra)
- Shares past with Godfrey (past relationship?)
- outspoken
- addiction in drugs and alcohol
- contradictory
- portrays herself as determined
5
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What does Gerte symbolise
A
- white women, married to Godfrey
- cause of conflict in Crump family
- supportive, good-intentioned
6
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What does Sandra symbolise
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- Godfrey’s wife
- strong influence in the play
- picture displayed symbolises her presence and influence to the family
7
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What does Father Divine symbolise
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- similar to sandra (doesn’t appear as living character)
- negative impact on Godfrey
- leader of the pease mission
8
Q
What is the symbol of the radio
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- symbolises outside world
- Godfrey wants to keep them out
9
Q
What is the symbol of the Movies
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- escape/ illusion
- Ernestine’s desire to escape from poverty
10
Q
What is the symbol of Godfrey’s shoes
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- Accomplishments
- source of pride
11
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What is the symbol of Godfrey’s sweets
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- crumbs of joy
12
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What is the symbol of Godfrey’s notepad and lists
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- lack of self confidence
- determination to trust the guidance of Father Divine
- when the notepad is destroyed, it represents a step forward in Godfrey
13
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What is the symbol of Ermina’s twitching legs
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- severe anxiety
14
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What is the symbol of the New day magazine
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- Magazine which Godfrey subscribes
- power and presence of religious faith
15
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What is the symbol of the Dress pattern and the Dress
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- graduation dress that Ernestine makes
- power of education
