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Worksheet on The Color Purple

English
Grade 7
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet covering themes of Racism & Sexism in The Color Purple for Grade 7 students.

Topics covered:

#English
#Literature Analysis
#The Color Purple
#Racism & Sexism

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Worksheet on The Color Purple

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Grade Grade 7
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Scene Summary and Context Guide

In Alice Walker's novel, The Color Purple, the story unfolds in the early 20th century American South, highlighting the struggles faced by African American women. The protagonist, Celie, endures oppression due to her race and gender, experiencing both racism and sexism from various characters. Throughout the narrative, Walker reveals the systemic injustices and personal hardships that stem from societal discrimination. The novel explores themes such as resilience, sisterhood, and the quest for identity amid adversity. Walker employs literary techniques like vivid imagery, symbolism, and dialect to depict the characters’ experiences and to critique social norms. For example, the recurring motif of the color purple symbolizes dignity and beauty in the face of oppression. Short phrases like 'white folks' and 'she's my sister' are used to illustrate cultural realities and relationships. The story emphasizes the importance of self-empowerment and the destructive effects of societal prejudices, inviting readers to reflect critically on issues of social justice.

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Analysis and Reflection Questions

Respond to the following questions based on the scene summary and your understanding of the novel.
1.
Briefly explain how the novel portrays the impact of racism on the main characters.
[2 marks]
2.
Identify one literary technique Walker uses to depict social issues and describe its effect.
[3 marks]
3.
What does the phrase 'white folks' signify in the context of the novel?
[2 marks]
4.
How does Walker use dialect to deepen character development?
[3 marks]
5.
Identify and analyze one metaphor used in the novel related to social injustice.
[5 marks]
6.
Discuss the significance of sisterhood in the novel in relation to overcoming sexism.
[5 marks]
7.
Identify a passage that illustrates the theme of resilience and explain its significance.
[3 marks]
8.
Create a short poem (10 lines) that reflects the themes of dignity and resistance in the novel.

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Created
12/31/2025
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12/31/2025
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