ENG1501
Assignment 3 2023
Due date : 1 August 2023
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Introduction
In the novel, Small Things, Comrade Q is a minor character who plays a crucial role in reinforcing the
theme of history and transition of South Africa from Apartheid to a democratic state. Comrade Q is
depicted as a former anti- Apartheid activist who uses his connections to gain influence in business and
politics, highlighting the rise of a new wealthy class in post-Apartheid South Africa. This essay will
examine Comrade Q's portrayal as a minor character and how he reinforces the theme of history
transition, as well as how this theme links to the theme of inequality and class.
Minor characters
Assignment 3 2023
Due date : 1 August 2023
Name:
Surname:
Module code:
Unique no:
Student no:
Due date:
Introduction
In the novel, Small Things, Comrade Q is a minor character who plays a crucial role in reinforcing the
theme of history and transition of South Africa from Apartheid to a democratic state. Comrade Q is
depicted as a former anti- Apartheid activist who uses his connections to gain influence in business and
politics, highlighting the rise of a new wealthy class in post-Apartheid South Africa. This essay will
examine Comrade Q's portrayal as a minor character and how he reinforces the theme of history
transition, as well as how this theme links to the theme of inequality and class.
Minor characters
