Song of Solomon

Which of the following is not a first sentence in one of Toni Morrison's novels?

• On December the third the wind changed overnight and it was winter.

• 124 was spiteful.

• Quiet as its kept, there were no marigolds in the fall of 1941.

• They shoot the white girl first.

What is the main issue this story confronts?

• relationships between mothers and daughters

• racism in the Southern United States

• inter-racial love during the 1940s

• light-colored vs dark-colored skin in the African American community

What is the author's tone toward the society in which her characters are living?

What is the significance of the peacock in chapter 6 of Song of Solomon?

• Symbolizes beauty, pride, and immortality

• Signifies strength, power, and authority

• Represents sadness, loss, and decay

• Symbolizes fear, weakness, and insignificance

How does the character of Milkman develop in chapter 6?

• Milkman begins to question his identity and place in the world, leading to a deeper understanding of himself and his family.

• Milkman becomes less interested in his family history and heritage

• Milkman becomes more interested in helping his community

• Milkman becomes more selfish and uncaring towards others

Discuss the theme of identity and self-discovery in chapter 6.

• Milkman began to have feelings of love and romance

• Milkman's longing to be a man becomes important to him

• The power of nature and environment overcomes Milkman

• Milkman's journey of self-discovery and identity

How do the relationship dynamics between Milkman and Hagar change in chapter 6?

• Hagar becomes more distant and indifferent, while Milkman becomes more possessive and obsessive.

• Hagar becomes more loving and caring, while Milkman becomes more attentive and affectionate.

• Hagar becomes more possessive and obsessive, while Milkman becomes more distant and indifferent.

• Hagar becomes more understanding and supportive, while Milkman becomes more distant and indifferent.

Discuss the theme of love and longing in chapter 6.

• The theme of love and longing is only relevant to minor characters in this chapter but not Milkman

• The theme of love and longing is overshadowed by other themes of charity and freedom in chapter 6

• The theme of love and longing is not present in chapter 6

• The theme of love and longing is depicted through the relationship between the main characters and their yearning for each other.

How does the relationship between Guitar and Milkman evolve in chapter 6?

• Distant and indifferent

• Friendly and harmonious

• Loving and affectionate

• Tense and competitive

What is the significance of the title 'Song of Solomon'?

• A) It refers to a biblical book that explores themes of love and longing.

• B) It is a metaphor for the journey of self-discovery.

• C) It symbolizes the cultural heritage of African Americans.

• D) It represents the main character's quest for identity.