Literature-In-English Paper 2 WASSCE (PC 2ND), 2020

    Question 5


                          

RICHARD WRIGHT: Native son

Comment on Bigger’s relationship with his family.



Observation

 

 

This appears to be one of the most popular question.  However, many of them did not meet the demands of the question.

 

The required answers should include:

 

  • Relation to the theme of racism and how it affected Bigger’s relationship.
  • Biggers relationship with his mother: her constant scolding as an irritation to him.
  • The aggressive nature of Bigger even though he loves his family.
  • Bigger is traumatised and tries to cover up his inability to provide for his family by being harsh.
  • His relationship with Buddy very cordial.

Candidates’ performance in this question was good.