Question 19
NECO_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2021
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LITERATURE_IN_ENGLISH
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objective
In the short story 'Shattered Reflections', the protagonist frequently looks into a broken mirror that fragments her image into many pieces. Analyse the multiple symbolic meanings of the broken mirror, linking it to the protagonist's self‑perception and to the broader social commentary presented by the author.
Answer Options
A.
The broken mirror represents the protagonist's clear self‑understanding, suggesting she has achieved a unified identity, and it critiques the idea of fragmentation in society.
Correct Answer
B.
The broken mirror symbolizes the protagonist's fractured self‑image, reflecting her internal conflict and loss of a unified identity. It also stands for a society divided by colonial history, where cultural memory is broken into pieces. Together, the symbol critiques superficiality and urges a re‑integration of personal and communal identity.
C.
The broken mirror signifies the passage of time, indicating that the story focuses on historical chronology rather than self‑perception or social commentary.
D.
The broken mirror is a symbol of the protagonist's wealth and materialism, highlighting the author's commentary on consumer culture rather than identity.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
The broken mirror symbolizes the protagonist's fractured self‑image, reflecting her internal conflict and loss of a unified identity. It also stands for a society divided by colonial history, where cultural memory is broken into pieces. Together, the symbol critiques superficiality and urges a re‑integration of personal and communal identity.
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Neco Model Questions Vol1
2021
Literature In English
Question 19.
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2021
Neco Model Questions Vol1
Literature In English
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