In studying Bharati Mukherjee's work, you'll often encounter the term "post colonialism." What does the term mean, and how does it relate to Jasmine's India?
Jasmine's childhood friend Vimla burns herself after her husband's death. This act is called "sati" or "suttee." Define "sati" and discuss its cultural, historical, and religious origins.
Prakash and Jasmine, in plotting their move to the United States, confront problems getting their "green cards." Later, in Flushing, Jasmine again worries about procuring her green card, even equates it with freedom. Pretend you are a modern-day citizen of.....
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