Title: Yoruba Girl Dancing
Author: Simi Bedford
Page 161-185
Summary
The main conflict Remi had throughout the story was that she was a lonely girl in England. Her family lived in Africa. She had to face discrimination in her school and accept herself as an African. In Germany, she had to face strange stares at her because she was “unique” than the rest. It was hard for her to be in her father’s friends’ house and people asking her question about Africa. As Remi returned to Dove House School, her friend Phoebe inquired Remi about the experiences she felt. The answer was, “I was treated like some kind of freak” (Bedford 169). One of many examples, Remi had to adapt in order to live in England. Her loneliness soon vanished as her entire family moves to England. About Remi’s academics, she had excelled greatly in English but her father chose her profession to be about law. So, Remi did not complained and follow his order (makes me mad). All her childhood friends were in England to study. There was a touchy reunion when Remi finally met her best friends. With all the excitement of being united again, Remi and her friends celebrated by preparing a “reunion” party. The denouement of the story was Remi and her friends dancing happily. Then, an older women ask the reader, “Is there a sight more beautiful…than a Yoruba girl dancing?” (Bedford 185).
Quote
“When we arrived the house was so bright it was like a flare in the dark and you could almost see the walls vibrating with the music” (Bedford 184).
Reaction
During the story, the narrator, Remi, had to accept her appearance and expected reactions of other people. She had faced isolation from her family. But all turns well in the end of the story, her family moves to England. The protagonist has a happy ending. Remi finally has her own people in this cold and lonely place (England). The quote above describes the atmosphere of the reunion party her family planned. This great quote has a simile. The simile compares the house hosting the party to a flare in the dark. Meaning, the party is lively and festive. The description informs the reader that it was major event for the narrator. Excellent imagery in this quote!
I rate this book 4.5 out of 5! Narration is fine the issue is the exposition.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Yoruba Girl Dancing (Page 122-160)
Title: Yoruba Girl Dancing
Author: Simi Bedford
Page 122 to 160
Summary
Remi’s loneliness ended with her family short staying in England. With her bad report card and complains of the vice headmistress, Miss Valentine, her father finally comes to England! Remi’s family had grown, now there are three more children. They were the apathetic Tunji (already mentioned in the exposition), the stubborn Aduke, and the two lovely little sisters Yejide and Yinka. Remi’s father did not come to have a leisure time but to “rearrange” some businesses in England. He decided to leave Tunji and Aduke in England with their big sister Remi. In addition, he transferred Remi to a new boarding school called Dove House School. Her reaction of such as drastic choice did not give her any grief. As Remi met her dear mother, she reminisce all the horrific and racism experiences she felt. Her mother felt depressed and helpless of not supporting her daughter in her harsh times. After most of Remi’s family left, Remi and her siblings remained being bounce from place to other place during the holidays. She was 15 years old. One of her holidays, she was send to Germany. Living with a German family and having no clue how to communicate with them. Remi has to bear with her awkward situation.
Quote
“The room was dark except for thick wedges of sunlight which slanted in through the leaded windows and gathered in silver pools on the floor. A mile away two tall figures stood in silhouette, their features indistinguishable against the light” (Bedford 129).
Reaction
The narration style of Bedford has become more mature-like and enchanting. Young Remi has become a young adult. She is fifteen years old and accustoms to live in England. The narration had become better and lively. Finally, the naïve Remi understand the world’s “norms” for an African girl. Such as English people, like Ms. Valentine, view a black girl as a savage, Remi understands and stands for her beliefs that she is NOT a savage. The quote above has strong connotations and great descriptive words. The word “slanted” gives me the idea that sunlight has come into the room gracefully, a great imagery word. “Light” has a great sense of connotation for the reason people thinks of light which lead to “hope” or “goodness.” The quote comes from Remi’s point of view when she meets her father after six years. I really like this quote. After this great quote, comedy comes in since Remi do not remember HER own father. In addition, Remi starts to show off her “English” manners which displease her father. He do not want Remi to forget her roots. Remi's actions in England gives a sense to the reader that she has been assimilated into an "English" woman.
Author: Simi Bedford
Page 122 to 160
Summary
Remi’s loneliness ended with her family short staying in England. With her bad report card and complains of the vice headmistress, Miss Valentine, her father finally comes to England! Remi’s family had grown, now there are three more children. They were the apathetic Tunji (already mentioned in the exposition), the stubborn Aduke, and the two lovely little sisters Yejide and Yinka. Remi’s father did not come to have a leisure time but to “rearrange” some businesses in England. He decided to leave Tunji and Aduke in England with their big sister Remi. In addition, he transferred Remi to a new boarding school called Dove House School. Her reaction of such as drastic choice did not give her any grief. As Remi met her dear mother, she reminisce all the horrific and racism experiences she felt. Her mother felt depressed and helpless of not supporting her daughter in her harsh times. After most of Remi’s family left, Remi and her siblings remained being bounce from place to other place during the holidays. She was 15 years old. One of her holidays, she was send to Germany. Living with a German family and having no clue how to communicate with them. Remi has to bear with her awkward situation.
Quote
“The room was dark except for thick wedges of sunlight which slanted in through the leaded windows and gathered in silver pools on the floor. A mile away two tall figures stood in silhouette, their features indistinguishable against the light” (Bedford 129).
Reaction
The narration style of Bedford has become more mature-like and enchanting. Young Remi has become a young adult. She is fifteen years old and accustoms to live in England. The narration had become better and lively. Finally, the naïve Remi understand the world’s “norms” for an African girl. Such as English people, like Ms. Valentine, view a black girl as a savage, Remi understands and stands for her beliefs that she is NOT a savage. The quote above has strong connotations and great descriptive words. The word “slanted” gives me the idea that sunlight has come into the room gracefully, a great imagery word. “Light” has a great sense of connotation for the reason people thinks of light which lead to “hope” or “goodness.” The quote comes from Remi’s point of view when she meets her father after six years. I really like this quote. After this great quote, comedy comes in since Remi do not remember HER own father. In addition, Remi starts to show off her “English” manners which displease her father. He do not want Remi to forget her roots. Remi's actions in England gives a sense to the reader that she has been assimilated into an "English" woman.
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