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Nadine GordimerJump and Other Stories
Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1991A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
1.
Choose a story from the collection. What does this story teach the reader about African history and politics? How do the characters treat each other based on their race and gender?
2.
What message about revolution is Gordimer imparting on the reader throughout the collection? Cite “Jump,” “Some Are Born to Sweet Delight,” and “Amnesty” in your answer.
3.
How do “The Ultimate Safari” and “Spoils” use nature and animals to comment on humans’ place in the world?
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