Topics for Further Study
- Saleem Sinai's life is profoundly affected by his birth coinciding with the exact date and time of India's independence. Research the most notable event that occurred on your birthdate and create a timeline of life events that may have been influenced by it.
- When Saleem's sister rises to fame as a pop music star in Pakistan, her true identity remains a secret from her fans. Select a different country and imagine what your persona would be if you became a pop singer there.
- This novel begins in Kashmir, a region that, as of the early 2000s, continued to face territorial disputes among India, Pakistan, and China. Investigate the history of the Kashmir valley and suggest what you believe would be a fair resolution to its political instability.
- Towards the conclusion of his narrative, Saleem Sinai forms a friendship with Picture Singh, a renowned snake charmer. Present a report to your class on both the science and folklore surrounding snake charming.
- How many methods are there to make pickles? What are the key variables? How do changes in the recipe affect the final product? Explore various recipes or, if possible, speak with someone at a pickle factory to understand the complexities of Saleem's work.
- Watch a well-known Indian musical film and analyze which aspects of the film's style are similar to the techniques Rushdie employs in writing Midnight's Children.
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