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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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.

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

• Distant and indifferent

• Friendly and harmonious

• Loving and affectionate

• Tense and competitive

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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.

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