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England

This is the country where Gilbert and Hortense immigrate. It represents false hope.

Teeth Sucking

This is a distinctive sound Jamaican men make with their mouths when overcome by emotion. It symbolizes the eccentricities of Jamaican culture.

The British Empire Exhibition

This is a world showcase Queenie visits during a butcher’s outing. It symbolizes the decadence and bigotry of colonial systems.

Hummingbird

This is a bird that Michael Roberts describes to Queenie from Jamaica and that he also sees in England. It represents the beauty and strength of Jamaican identity.

Rabbit Farms

This is a business Maxi wants to start after the war. It symbolizes the hopes of soldiers during World War II.

The Brooch

This is a group of insects that Gilbert thinks is a piece of jewelry. It symbolizes decay and disappointment in English society.

The Dog and the Gecko

This is a pet...

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