Purple Hibiscus Chapter 9

Front

What is Jaja’s real name?

Back

Chukwuka

Front

What does Amaka’s friend ask Kambili, and how does she respond?

Back

She asks Kambili if her hair is real, and Kambili does not respond.

Front

What happened to Jaja’s finger?

Back

Papa slammed it in a door.

Front

When Papa calls, what does he say?

Back

The kids need to stay with Aunt Ifeoma for a few more days.

Front

What does Jaja’s nickname mean?

Back

It is the sound he made as a baby.

Front

Who is Kambili’s mother?

Back

Mama, also known as Beatrice.

Front

What is the significance of Aunt Ifeoma in Kambili's life?

Back

Aunt Ifeoma represents freedom and a different way of life compared to Kambili's strict upbringing.

Front

How does Kambili feel about her father's authority?

Back

Kambili feels fear and anxiety due to her father's strict and abusive nature.

Front

What role does religion play in Kambili's family?

Back

Religion is a source of control and oppression in Kambili's family, particularly through her father's beliefs.

Front

What does Kambili's silence symbolize?

Back

Kambili's silence symbolizes her fear, oppression, and struggle for self-expression.