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Nadda Elnasharty p3 Chapter 17 Vocabulary: Bland- lacking in special interest, liveliness, individuality, etc. Fallow- plowed and left unseeded; inactive Winnow- free the grain from lighter particles of chaff, dirt, etc. Spectre (specter)- object or source of terror or dread Tweak- pinch or pull with a jerk and twist Vain- unsuccessful; without real significance, value or importance Grotesque- odd or unnatural shape, appearance; fantastically ugly Jutting- extending beyond the main body Exuberant- extremely joyful Prudence- caution with regard to practical matters
Kumkum- A red powder used ceremonially and cosmetically, esp. by Hindu women to make a small distinctive mark on the forehead. - It is placed on the forehead because they believe it's the most holiest and "believe to be the channel through which humankind opens spiritually to the Divine". - It is also used for social or religious markings in Hinduism.
PLOT: - Since they have experienced a drought, the misery of hunger, and the death of Kuti, they have anxiously waited for the next harvest. Thankfully, the harvest was successful. - Their field grew a lot of rice that would eventually help them. They can feed themselves, and had plenty to sell in the market to earn money to pay their missing rent dues. - The family (Nathan, Rukmani, Ira, and Selvam) is happy, jubilant, and laugh among themselves. They thank their god, and pray with gratefulness.
Endure: to bear with patience; tolerate Paunch: potbelly Confound: amaze by sudden disturbance; bewilder Hapless- unlucky Innuendo- indirect hint about a person or thing Ram- force, push firmly Malignant- very dangerous; harmful Remote- distant (in a relationship) Ludicrous- laughable Brusque- sudden in manner; rough Encumbrance- useless Amiable- friendly; lovable
PLOT: - Rukmani doesn't sell her products with Biswas anymore but sees him in town. - Biswas tells Rukmani that Kenny came back and teases her (Kunthi told Biswas that Rukmani cheated with him. - Rukmani goes to Kenny with a garland of roses, but regrets it when Kenny was being harsh on her. - Kenny laughs and Rukmani gets comfortable, and they start conversing. --> Kenny's wife divorced him, Kenny doesn't know if he should consider himself British or Indian, and Ira is pregnant with a random person.
Vocabulary: Winnowing- to free (grain) from the lighter particles of chaff, dirt Granary- a storehouse or repository for grain Spectre(specter)- a mental image of something unpleasant or menacing Grotesque- odd or unnatural in shape, appearance Gunny- a strong, coarse material made commonly from jute(a strong, coarse fiber) Camphor- a whitish, translucent, crystalline, pleasant-odored terpene ketone, obtain from Camphor trees
Plot: -Kuti, Rukmani's youngest son has died from hunger. -Rukmani and Nathan waited and prayed for their next harvest. Fortunately their prays got answer and they received a successful harvest. -They grew plenty of good rice in order for them to feed themselves, sell for money and pay off the dues that they owe. -The family's misery turned around and they were once again believing in hope. Rukmani and Nathan went to give prayers by offering camphor and kumkum. They were very grateful.
Mood- Enthusiastic Hope
Concept of Time Period: From 1850's-1950's British has rule over India. At this time the people in India has to sign a contract if they want land to farm in. This contract states they they have to give dues to the British colonies for using the farm land. People in India would get these dues by harvesting good crops and making money in order to pay. They would pray to their gods and goddess for a good harvest. Their religion is Hinduism which contains different gods and goddesses for different occasions.
Vocabulary: Innuendo- an indirect intimation about a person or thing Carrion- dead and putrefying flesh Malignant- disposed to cause harm, suffering Ludicrous- causing laughter because of absurdity Garland- a wreath or festoon of flowers, leaves, or other material Brusque- abrupt in manner; blunt; rough Encumbrance- useless, trash Quiescent- being at rest: quiet Forlorn- unhappy or miserable
Plot: -Rukmani is shopping around the market laden since she has money from the good harvest they had received. -She no longer sell products to Biswas since she can find better offers. -Rukmani met Biswas along the way and Biswas told and teased Rukmani that Kenny has came back to their town. -Rukmani went to see Kenny who was being rude to her because he got divorced with his wife. -Kenny is confused whether he is a Indian or a British colony since he spends a lot of time in both areas. -Rukmani told Kenny that Ira was pregnant with a unknown man.
Mood: Anger Confusing Excitement
Concept of Time Period: Same time period as chapter 17.
Vocabulary: meagre- lacking in quality or quality husk- dry external covering of certain fruits or seeds measure- an instrument; a graduated rod or container of standard capacity, for measuring rejoicing- the expression of joy
Plot: - The family is surprised by a great harvest that season - They spend many days preparing the rice and removing the husks off of each grain - They produce tremendous mounds of grain that promise to feed them well for a while - Rukmani can sell the grain in the market for money to pay off debts - The family bursts into hysterical laughter when they realize that their starvation has finally come to an end
Vocabulary: brinjals- eggplants endowed- to provide usury- the practice of lending money leering- glance with sly or malicious intentions rouse- to bring out of a state of inactivity bandicoots- East Indian rats covertly- concealed; secret; disguised
Plot: - Rukmani learns that Kenny returned from his long absence - She goes to visit him and brings him some flowers only to be disappointed as many others had brought him the same gifts before her - Rukmani tells him about the recent happenings in her family; how she lost her two sons - She also tells him that Ira is pregnant with a child and they don't know who the father is - Rukmani is ashamed of her daughter and fears what others will say about her
Vocabulary indifference- the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things generally Abundant- present in great quantity Meagre- deficient in amount or quality or extent triumphantly- cheering Reassure- cause to feel sure; give reassurance to Prudence- discretion in practical affairs Camphor- a resin obtained from the camphor tree; used in making celluloid and liniment
Plot: They have a very good harvest after experience drought and starvation.
vocabulary Brinjal- hairy upright herb native to southeastern Asia but widely cultivated for its large glossy edible fruit commonly used as a vegetable Spiteful- showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite Grease- oil; fat Bulk- volume Hapless- bad luck or inciting pity Contemptuously- without respect; in a disdainful manner Carrion- the dead and rotting body of an animal; unfit for human food Ludicrous- inviting ridicule Brusque- marked by rude or peremptory shortness Instinct- inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli Forlorn- marked by or showing hopelessness
plot - The doctor Kenny was back.
-Rukmani met Kenny and have a long conversation. - Ira had a baby "with the father any one of a dozen men." (112)
Vocabulary: Bland- mild Sown- plant seeds by scattering it all over the ground Fallow- plowed but left unsown for a period to restore its fertility Meagre- deficient in quality or amount or extent Sifting- put through a sieve so as to remove lumps or large particles Winnowing- remove chaff from grain Exuberant- filled with or characterized by a lively energy and excitement Prudence- discretion in practical affairs Camphor- a white, volatile, crystalline substance
Historical context: - The most major crops in India includes rice and wheat. - In India, rice was usually grown in an annual rainfall of 125 cm and 23 degree Celsius. - The greatest production of rice was grown during the Green Revolution which started in 1965
Plot: - After the painful drought the people of India went through, they finally had a successful growth of crops. - They had a p abidance of wheat and rice. - Rakmani, Nathan, Selvam and Ira laughed thinking about their painful and dreadful past. - Nathan was really excited because he had many crops which meant more food. - They went to pray for their gratefulness.
Colonialism: positive - they depend on agriculture for food so the rice and wheat they grew was really important for survival. - they were grateful for what they got after the dreadful drought they had experienced.
Vocabulary: Yielded- produce or provide Paunch- a large stomach Confounding- cause surprise or confusion in someone by acting against their. expectations Innuendo- hint, allusion malignant- malicious, wicked Remote- distant, far away Disuse- the state of not being used Hillocks- a small hill Amiable- kind, friendly, nice Forlorn- desolate, lonely
Historical context: - Seema Biswas: an Indian film and theatre actress
Plot: - Rukmani went to shop in the market and she sees Biswas. He calls her to tell her Kenny came back. - he teased her by saying Kenny has done a lot for her and only her. - She went to see Kenny and believed it was his fault for leaving his wife. - she thought Ira was having her baby too fast, while Kenny's telling her she'll feel better when it's born. - Rukmani noticed that Nathan and Kenny was so different, but they have the same point of views.
Vocabulary: Sown- Planting seed spectre- a ghostly appearing figure Grotesque- Comically or repulsively ugly or distorted. Camphor-A white substance that have a smell and bitter taste Malignant- Very virulent or infectious Garland- A wreath of flowers and leaves Quiescent- In a state or period of inactivity or dormancy Musing- Be absorbed in thought Brusque- Abrupt or offhand in speech or manner
Questions: Why would they trying to plant vegetable? Did Kenny’s return going to bring more benefit to Rukmani?
Chap 17 In this chapter Rukmani and Nathan have a good harvest. They now have some money to buy seeds, Rukmani is happy, because she is now able to grow her vegetables again. Chap 18 Rukmani goes to the market. She doesn’t go to Biswas any more since the market has gotten bigger. As Rukmani starts walking home Biswas talks to her, he said that Kenny has returned. Rukmani goes to see Kenny and they talk. Kenny lost his wife and Rukmani tries to analysis why it happened. She tells him how she lost two sons and how her daughter is now pregnant. Voc Emboldened- Give (someone) the courage or confidence to do something or to behave in a certain way. Fringes- The outer, marginal, or extreme part of an area, group, or sphere of activity Prudence - Acting with or showing care and thought for the future In chapter 18, colonialism is present. Since the tannery was built, more people moved around there and more people had money. In the market Rukmani was able to sell her goods to other store keeper because of colonialism. The effects of colonialism were positive in this chapter because Rukmani was able to get a better deal on her goods and was treated better. Even though Rukmani was able to sell her good for a better price there was also a negative effect of colonialism. In the end of the chapter Rukmani went to visit her friend Kenny. She was waited for him to come back for a long time. She during her time of need she expected Kenny to solve all of her problems. She tells Kenny her problems and expected him to comfort her and make her feel better again like before, but he has problems himself.
Vocabulary -Winnowing - Blow a current of air through (grain) in order to remove the chaff. -Prudence - Discretion in practical affairs. -Camphor - A white, volatile, crystalline substance.
Plot In chapter 17, Rukmani and her family had a good harvest and things finally become better for them. With a good harvest, Rukmani and her husband, Nathan started to have a more positive view for the future. They thought that with this harvest they will no longer have to suffer from debt or hunger. However, the idea of their dead son's and daughter who is a prostitute shows the cruelity of this fortune.
Colonialism - There are no effects of colonialism in this chapter. - Pre-colonial life had a negative affect on Rukmani's family because since their society didn't change or have advancements in technology, they suffered from hunger and then this chapter showed the cruel irony of the harvest.
Vocabulary -Innuendo - An allusive or oblique remark or hint. -Garland - An allusive or oblique remark or hint. -Wholly - Entirely. -Brusque - Abrupt or offhand in speech or manner.
Plot In chapter 18, Rukmani went to the market to buy food and seeds for the next harvest. During her time there she ran into Biswas, who told her that Kenny is back. So after their awkward conversation, Rukmani bought garland for Kenny and went to go see him. When she met Kenny, he told her that he divorced his wife and his having personal troubles. So Rukmani told him that she lost two son's and that her daughter is pregnant.
Colonialism - The effects of colonialism were present and they had a negative affect since they caused problems for Kenny and also cause a lot of suffering of the people in the village.
Plot: Rukmani's son, Kuti dies from hunger. But Rukmani and her family have a good harvest. She is happy and grateful. They will be able to pay off her debts. Nathan is optimistic.
There are signs of pre-colonialism in this chapter. These signs were negative because harvesting was sometimes unsucessful and people would die from starvation.
Plot: Rukanami goes to the market. She talks to Biswas who gets her upset by trying to cause trouble.Rukanami calls him a "foul mouthed pig" & "carrion crow" (109) Biswas tells her that Kenny, the doctor, is back in town. Rukanammi goes to visit him. She tells him that she missed his presence. They have gone through bad times. They share each other's misfortunes. Rukanami tells Kenny about how her sons died. Kenny tells her how his wife left him, and his sons were taught to forget him. Ira is also pregnat.
Fallow: plowed and left unseeded for a season or more; inactive Meagre: British way of saying meager. It means deficient in quality or quantity Winnowing: to free grain from the lighter particles of chaff Exuberant: extremely good; overflowing; plentiful
Rukmani and her family have been starving for a while. It had gotten so bad that some of her children even died. During this chapter they had a very good harvest, despite the fact that they did not allow the land to lie fallow. They were even more ecstatic because a good harvest came when it was least expected to.
Chapter 18
Paunch: a large and protruding belly; potbelly. Usury: the lending or practice of lending money at an exorbitant interest. Confounding: to perplex or amaze, especially by a sudden disturbance or surprise. Carrion: dead and putrefying flesh. Bandicoots: any of several large East Indian rats. Encumbrance: burdensome, useless, or superfluous. Amiable: having or showing pleasant, good-natured personal qualities. Emboldened: to make bold or bolder; hearten; encourage. Quiescent: quiet, inactive, or dormant Solicitude: the state of being solicitous; anxiety or concern. Forlorn: lonely and sad; forsaken.
Rukmani runs into Biswas when she was trying to buy herself some more seeds to plant at a store. She was in a really good mood since, based on the last chapter, she had just had an unusually good harvest. However, Biswas ruined her moment of bliss and started mocking her with a rumor Kunthi spread about her having an affair with Kenny, the doctor. In the process she learned that Kenny had returned. She went and bought him flowers as a welcome and a lime for good luck. She had a very intense and connected conversation with the doctor. She learns some personal things about him but this gives her insight. She is able to make a connection between her husband and him in their views and thoughts, even though they are from completely different places.
Nadda Elnasharty p3
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Vocabulary:
Bland- lacking in special interest, liveliness, individuality, etc.
Fallow- plowed and left unseeded; inactive
Winnow- free the grain from lighter particles of chaff, dirt, etc.
Spectre (specter)- object or source of terror or dread
Tweak- pinch or pull with a jerk and twist
Vain- unsuccessful; without real significance, value or importance
Grotesque- odd or unnatural shape, appearance; fantastically ugly
Jutting- extending beyond the main body
Exuberant- extremely joyful
Prudence- caution with regard to practical matters
Nadda Elnasharty p3
ReplyDeleteChapter 17
Historical Context/ Information:
Kumkum-
A red powder used ceremonially and cosmetically, esp. by Hindu women to make a small distinctive mark on the forehead.
- It is placed on the forehead because they believe it's the most holiest and "believe to be the channel through which humankind opens spiritually to the Divine".
- It is also used for social or religious markings in Hinduism.
PLOT:
- Since they have experienced a drought, the misery of hunger, and the death of Kuti, they have anxiously waited for the next harvest. Thankfully, the harvest was successful.
- Their field grew a lot of rice that would eventually help them. They can feed themselves, and had plenty to sell in the market to earn money to pay their missing rent dues.
- The family (Nathan, Rukmani, Ira, and Selvam) is happy, jubilant, and laugh among themselves. They thank their god, and pray with gratefulness.
Nadda Elnasharty p3
ReplyDeleteChapter 18
Vocabulary:
Endure: to bear with patience; tolerate
Paunch: potbelly
Confound: amaze by sudden disturbance; bewilder
Hapless- unlucky
Innuendo- indirect hint about a person or thing
Ram- force, push firmly
Malignant- very dangerous; harmful
Remote- distant (in a relationship)
Ludicrous- laughable
Brusque- sudden in manner; rough
Encumbrance- useless
Amiable- friendly; lovable
PLOT:
- Rukmani doesn't sell her products with Biswas anymore but sees him in town.
- Biswas tells Rukmani that Kenny came back and teases her (Kunthi told Biswas that Rukmani cheated with him.
- Rukmani goes to Kenny with a garland of roses, but regrets it when Kenny was being harsh on her.
- Kenny laughs and Rukmani gets comfortable, and they start conversing. --> Kenny's wife divorced him, Kenny doesn't know if he should consider himself British or Indian, and Ira is pregnant with a random person.
Edwin Chung
ReplyDeletepd 2
1/26/12
Chapter 17
Vocabulary:
Winnowing- to free (grain) from the lighter particles of chaff, dirt
Granary- a storehouse or repository for grain
Spectre(specter)- a mental image of something unpleasant or menacing
Grotesque- odd or unnatural in shape, appearance
Gunny- a strong, coarse material made commonly from jute(a strong, coarse fiber)
Camphor- a whitish, translucent, crystalline, pleasant-odored terpene ketone, obtain from Camphor trees
Plot:
-Kuti, Rukmani's youngest son has died from hunger.
-Rukmani and Nathan waited and prayed for their next harvest. Fortunately their prays got answer and they received a successful harvest.
-They grew plenty of good rice in order for them to feed themselves, sell for money and pay off the dues that they owe.
-The family's misery turned around and they were once again believing in hope. Rukmani and Nathan went to give prayers by offering camphor and kumkum. They were very grateful.
Mood-
Enthusiastic
Hope
Concept of Time Period:
From 1850's-1950's British has rule over India. At this time the people in India has to sign a contract if they want land to farm in. This contract states they they have to give dues to the British colonies for using the farm land. People in India would get these dues by harvesting good crops and making money in order to pay. They would pray to their gods and goddess for a good harvest. Their religion is Hinduism which contains different gods and goddesses for different occasions.
Edwin Chung
ReplyDeletePd 2
1/26/12
Chapter 18
Vocabulary:
Innuendo- an indirect intimation about a person or thing
Carrion- dead and putrefying flesh
Malignant- disposed to cause harm, suffering
Ludicrous- causing laughter because of absurdity
Garland- a wreath or festoon of flowers, leaves, or other material
Brusque- abrupt in manner; blunt; rough
Encumbrance- useless, trash
Quiescent- being at rest: quiet
Forlorn- unhappy or miserable
Plot:
-Rukmani is shopping around the market laden since she has money from the good harvest they had received.
-She no longer sell products to Biswas since she can find better offers.
-Rukmani met Biswas along the way and Biswas told and teased Rukmani that Kenny has came back to their town.
-Rukmani went to see Kenny who was being rude to her because he got divorced with his wife.
-Kenny is confused whether he is a Indian or a British colony since he spends a lot of time in both areas.
-Rukmani told Kenny that Ira was pregnant with a unknown man.
Mood:
Anger
Confusing
Excitement
Concept of Time Period:
Same time period as chapter 17.
Katy Lau
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Chapter 17
Vocabulary:
meagre- lacking in quality or quality
husk- dry external covering of certain fruits or seeds
measure- an instrument; a graduated rod or container of standard capacity, for measuring
rejoicing- the expression of joy
Plot:
- The family is surprised by a great harvest that season
- They spend many days preparing the rice and removing the husks off of each grain
- They produce tremendous mounds of grain that promise to feed them well for a while
- Rukmani can sell the grain in the market for money to pay off debts
- The family bursts into hysterical laughter when they realize that their starvation has finally come to an end
Katy Lau
ReplyDeletePeriod 2
Chapter 18
Vocabulary:
brinjals- eggplants
endowed- to provide
usury- the practice of lending money
leering- glance with sly or malicious intentions
rouse- to bring out of a state of inactivity
bandicoots- East Indian rats
covertly- concealed; secret; disguised
Plot:
- Rukmani learns that Kenny returned from his long absence
- She goes to visit him and brings him some flowers only to be disappointed as many others had brought him the same gifts before her
- Rukmani tells him about the recent happenings in her family; how she lost her two sons
- She also tells him that Ira is pregnant with a child and they don't know who the father is
- Rukmani is ashamed of her daughter and fears what others will say about her
Minyi Ruan
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chapter 17
Vocabulary
indifference- the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things generally
Abundant- present in great quantity
Meagre- deficient in amount or quality or extent
triumphantly- cheering
Reassure- cause to feel sure; give reassurance to
Prudence- discretion in practical affairs
Camphor- a resin obtained from the camphor tree; used in making celluloid and liniment
Plot:
They have a very good harvest after experience drought and starvation.
Minyi Ruan
ReplyDeleteperiod 3
chapter 18
vocabulary
Brinjal- hairy upright herb native to southeastern Asia but widely cultivated for its large glossy edible fruit commonly used as a vegetable
Spiteful- showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite
Grease- oil; fat
Bulk- volume
Hapless- bad luck or inciting pity
Contemptuously- without respect; in a disdainful manner
Carrion- the dead and rotting body of an animal; unfit for human food
Ludicrous- inviting ridicule
Brusque- marked by rude or peremptory shortness
Instinct- inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli
Forlorn- marked by or showing hopelessness
plot
- The doctor Kenny was back.
-Rukmani met Kenny and have a long conversation.
- Ira had a baby "with the father any one of a dozen men." (112)
Gianni Alexander
ReplyDeletePeriod 3
1/27/12
Chapter 17
Vocabulary:
Bland- mild
Sown- plant seeds by scattering it all over the ground
Fallow- plowed but left unsown for a period to restore its fertility
Meagre- deficient in quality or amount or extent
Sifting- put through a sieve so as to remove lumps or large particles
Winnowing- remove chaff from grain
Exuberant- filled with or characterized by a lively energy and excitement
Prudence- discretion in practical affairs
Camphor- a white, volatile, crystalline substance
Historical context:
- The most major crops in India includes rice and wheat.
- In India, rice was usually grown in an annual rainfall of 125 cm and 23 degree Celsius.
- The greatest production of rice was grown during the Green Revolution which started in 1965
Plot:
- After the painful drought the people of India went through, they finally had a successful growth of crops.
- They had a p abidance of wheat and rice.
- Rakmani, Nathan, Selvam and Ira laughed thinking about their painful and dreadful past.
- Nathan was really excited because he had many crops which meant more food.
- They went to pray for their gratefulness.
Colonialism: positive
- they depend on agriculture for food so the rice and wheat they grew was really important for survival.
- they were grateful for what they got after the dreadful drought they had experienced.
Gianni Alexander
ReplyDeletePeriod 3
1/27/12
Chapter 18
Vocabulary:
Yielded- produce or provide
Paunch- a large stomach
Confounding- cause surprise or confusion in someone by acting against their. expectations
Innuendo- hint, allusion
malignant- malicious, wicked
Remote- distant, far away
Disuse- the state of not being used
Hillocks- a small hill
Amiable- kind, friendly, nice
Forlorn- desolate, lonely
Historical context:
- Seema Biswas: an Indian film and theatre actress
Plot:
- Rukmani went to shop in the market and she sees Biswas. He calls her to tell her Kenny came back.
- he teased her by saying Kenny has done a lot for her and only her.
- She went to see Kenny and believed it was his fault for leaving his wife.
- she thought Ira was having her baby too fast, while Kenny's telling her she'll feel better when it's born.
- Rukmani noticed that Nathan and Kenny was so different, but they have the same point of views.
Sam Zhang
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1/28/12
Chapter 17 & 18
Vocabulary:
Sown- Planting seed
spectre- a ghostly appearing figure
Grotesque- Comically or repulsively ugly or distorted.
Camphor-A white substance that have a smell and bitter taste
Malignant- Very virulent or infectious
Garland- A wreath of flowers and leaves
Quiescent- In a state or period of inactivity or dormancy
Musing- Be absorbed in thought
Brusque- Abrupt or offhand in speech or manner
Questions:
Why would they trying to plant vegetable?
Did Kenny’s return going to bring more benefit to Rukmani?
Grace Gao
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Chap 17
In this chapter Rukmani and Nathan have a good harvest. They now have some money to buy seeds, Rukmani is happy, because she is now able to grow her vegetables again.
Chap 18
Rukmani goes to the market. She doesn’t go to Biswas any more since the market has gotten bigger. As Rukmani starts walking home Biswas talks to her, he said that Kenny has returned. Rukmani goes to see Kenny and they talk. Kenny lost his wife and Rukmani tries to analysis why it happened. She tells him how she lost two sons and how her daughter is now pregnant.
Voc
Emboldened- Give (someone) the courage or confidence to do something or to behave in a certain way.
Fringes- The outer, marginal, or extreme part of an area, group, or sphere of activity
Prudence - Acting with or showing care and thought for the future
In chapter 18, colonialism is present. Since the tannery was built, more people moved around there and more people had money. In the market Rukmani was able to sell her goods to other store keeper because of colonialism. The effects of colonialism were positive in this chapter because Rukmani was able to get a better deal on her goods and was treated better.
Even though Rukmani was able to sell her good for a better price there was also a negative effect of colonialism. In the end of the chapter Rukmani went to visit her friend Kenny. She was waited for him to come back for a long time. She during her time of need she expected Kenny to solve all of her problems. She tells Kenny her problems and expected him to comfort her and make her feel better again like before, but he has problems himself.
Edson Acosta
ReplyDeletePeriod 2
1/28/12
Chapter 17
Vocabulary
-Winnowing - Blow a current of air through (grain) in order to remove the chaff.
-Prudence - Discretion in practical affairs.
-Camphor - A white, volatile, crystalline substance.
Plot
In chapter 17, Rukmani and her family had a good harvest and things finally become better for them. With a good harvest, Rukmani and her husband, Nathan started to have a more positive view for the future. They thought that with this harvest they will no longer have to suffer from debt or hunger. However, the idea of their dead son's and daughter who is a prostitute shows the cruelity of this fortune.
Colonialism
- There are no effects of colonialism in this chapter.
- Pre-colonial life had a negative affect on Rukmani's family because since their society didn't change or have advancements in technology, they suffered from hunger and then this chapter showed the cruel irony of the harvest.
Edson Acosta
ReplyDeletePeriod 2
1/28/12
Chapter 18
Vocabulary
-Innuendo - An allusive or oblique remark or hint.
-Garland - An allusive or oblique remark or hint.
-Wholly - Entirely.
-Brusque - Abrupt or offhand in speech or manner.
Plot
In chapter 18, Rukmani went to the market to buy food and seeds for the next harvest. During her time there she ran into Biswas, who told her that Kenny is back. So after their awkward conversation, Rukmani bought garland for Kenny and went to go see him. When she met Kenny, he told her that he divorced his wife and his having personal troubles. So Rukmani told him that she lost two son's and that her daughter is pregnant.
Colonialism
- The effects of colonialism were present and they had a negative affect since they caused problems for Kenny and also cause a lot of suffering of the people in the village.
Tang Wu
ReplyDeleteChapter 17
Plot:
Rukmani's son, Kuti dies from hunger. But Rukmani and her family have a good harvest. She is happy and grateful. They will be able to pay off her debts. Nathan is optimistic.
There are signs of pre-colonialism in this chapter. These signs were negative because harvesting was sometimes unsucessful and people would die from starvation.
Tang Wu
ReplyDeleteChapter 18
Plot:
Rukanami goes to the market. She talks to Biswas who gets her upset by trying to cause trouble.Rukanami calls him a "foul mouthed pig" & "carrion crow" (109) Biswas tells her that Kenny, the doctor, is back in town. Rukanammi goes to visit him. She tells him that she missed his presence. They have gone through bad times. They share each other's misfortunes. Rukanami tells Kenny about how her sons died. Kenny tells her how his wife left him, and his sons were taught to forget him. Ira is also pregnat.
Chapter 17
ReplyDeleteFallow: plowed and left unseeded for a season or more; inactive
Meagre: British way of saying meager. It means deficient in quality or quantity
Winnowing: to free grain from the lighter particles of chaff
Exuberant: extremely good; overflowing; plentiful
Rukmani and her family have been starving for a while. It had gotten so bad that some of her children even died. During this chapter they had a very good harvest, despite the fact that they did not allow the land to lie fallow. They were even more ecstatic because a good harvest came when it was least expected to.
Chapter 18
Paunch: a large and protruding belly; potbelly.
Usury: the lending or practice of lending money at an exorbitant interest.
Confounding: to perplex or amaze, especially by a sudden disturbance or surprise.
Carrion: dead and putrefying flesh.
Bandicoots: any of several large East Indian rats.
Encumbrance: burdensome, useless, or superfluous.
Amiable: having or showing pleasant, good-natured personal qualities.
Emboldened: to make bold or bolder; hearten; encourage.
Quiescent: quiet, inactive, or dormant
Solicitude: the state of being solicitous; anxiety or concern.
Forlorn: lonely and sad; forsaken.
Rukmani runs into Biswas when she was trying to buy herself some more seeds to plant at a store. She was in a really good mood since, based on the last chapter, she had just had an unusually good harvest. However, Biswas ruined her moment of bliss and started mocking her with a rumor Kunthi spread about her having an affair with Kenny, the doctor. In the process she learned that Kenny had returned. She went and bought him flowers as a welcome and a lime for good luck. She had a very intense and connected conversation with the doctor. She learns some personal things about him but this gives her insight. She is able to make a connection between her husband and him in their views and thoughts, even though they are from completely different places.