Understanding 'Small Island' Themes and Characters

The video tutorial discusses how to achieve high grades when analyzing Andrea Levy's novel 'Small Island'. It explores the societal shortcomings depicted in the novel, focusing on the UK, Jamaica, and the USA. The tutorial highlights how Levy uses comedy to address serious themes, such as racism and post-colonial perspectives. It also examines the romantic relationships and marriages in the novel, contrasting them with typical comedic narratives. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical context and the distinct voices of the four main characters, which Levy uses to convey different perspectives and societal critiques.

What is the primary focus when writing about 'Small Island' to achieve high grades?

• Understanding the plot twists

• Analyzing the character's fashion choices

• Conveying an understanding of Levy's intentions

• Memorizing the entire book

Which societies does Levy explore in 'Small Island'?

• UK, Jamaica, USA

• France, Germany, Italy

• India, China, Japan

• Australia, New Zealand, Canada

How does Levy use comedy in 'Small Island'?

• To focus solely on romantic relationships

• To make the novel a light-hearted read

• To convey serious themes in a more engaging way

• To distract from the main plot

What is unique about the marriages in 'Small Island'?

• They are typical romantic comedies

• They end in tragedy

• They are not significant to the plot

• They start as unromantic contracts

Which character in 'Small Island' is known for their blunt and honest narrative style?

• Bernard

• Queenie

• Gilbert

• Hortense