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Mina's Conflict In The Negro By Lawrence Hill

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In Lawrence Hill's book The Negro, Mina's conflict develops as she struggles with the loss of her daughter May. Hill uses a variety of literary elements, including imagery, dialogue, and setting, to construct the inner turmoil of her Mina. First, Mina's anguish is portrayed through vivid imagery that emphasizes her despair. When she and Jason return to Birchtown, they find even more homes destroyed, highlighting the bitter nature of the town. The statement "I was there" shows the intensity of her emotional turmoil. Through these vivid details, Hill portrays Mina as on the brink of an emotional breakdown.

Additionally, Mina's dialogue throughout the clip highlights her inner conflict. Her confession to Jason that she lost her daughter and "my last child" shows the depth of her grief. It highlights the extent of her emotional pain.In addition, Hill uses Meena and Theo McArdle's conversation to illustrate the social barriers faced by blacks in the late 18th century. McArdle warns Mina that if she goes to Boston without money or someone who will stand up for her, she may be arrested or enslaved. It emphasizes the precarious position of black people in the world and highlights Mina's struggles. …show more content…

Hill uses the violence and destruction of Birchtown to demonstrate the vulnerability of Mina's world. The fact that "the forest was eerily quiet" and "there were no looters" when Mina and Jason returned to Birchtown underscores the dangers surrounding Mina and the instability of her life. This setting contributes to the development of Mina's conflict by increasing her fear and

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