The story of Shabine took place on an island in the Caribbean.
In the story "Shabine" by Hazel Simmons-McDonald, Justene's father is Lindo, a mixed-race man. Justene is a product of Lindo's relationship with a black woman, and she struggles with her identity as a result of her heritage.
The term "Shabine" is a Jamaican Creole term that refers to someone of mixed racial ancestry, specifically of European and African descent. In the context of the story "Shabine" by Olive Senior, the title signifies the protagonist's struggle to navigate her identity and sense of belonging in a society that often marginalizes those who are of mixed heritage.
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The settings of the story "Shabine" by Hazel Simmons-McDonald are primarily in the Caribbean island of Trinidad. The story explores themes of race, identity, and cultural heritage in a post-colonial society. The rural village setting provides a backdrop for the characters to grapple with issues of belonging and acceptance.
In the story, the word "shabine" refers to a child born to parents of mixed descent, typically one of African and Indian heritage. The term is used to describe individuals who embody a blend of cultural identities and experiences.
A "shabine" is a light-skinned, black person. Basically someone of Negro roots who has light/white skin. However not to be mistaken with an albino.
The word "shabine" belongs to Jamaican Patois, a creole language spoken in Jamaica. It is a term used to describe a person of mixed-race heritage, particularly one with light skin.
The major conflict in the story "Shabine" by Olive Senior is resolved through the protagonist's acceptance and celebration of her mixed heritage and identity, embracing both sides of her cultural background. This acceptance allows her to find peace and contentment within herself, resolving the internal struggle she faces due to societal pressures and expectations. Through self-acceptance, she finds empowerment and liberation from the constraints of society.
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the conflict was where justine was being teased and treated poorly by society itself, by not letting her fit in anywhere