... to accept the prejudice that they face on account of their skin colour. Mama here is definitely acting as a good parent would, but she goes even further- what she says and does in this situation shows that she is willing to upset the authorities if it means that she is standing up to what she thinks is right. Mama is willing to get herself into trouble in respect for her, her pupils and her children's feelings. Is that not a good parent? We are introduced to Papa as a man who is willing to work long hours away from his family for long stretches of time, in order to provide for the family and protect the land and thus their independence and dignity. Papa's arrival stirs up a lot of excitement in the family, this is a positive sign that he is well loved and respected by them. He ...

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