Theory question 207
Other Set Texts: Non-African ProseLiterature 3. Daniel Defoe: Robinson Crusoe
Discuss Crusoe's relationship with Xury and Man Friday in Robinson Crusoe.
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Model answer
Xury: boy he escapes with from slavery in Sallee; loyal, helpful; Crusoe later sells him to the Portuguese captain.
Friday: rescued from cannibals; becomes servant and companion; taught English and Christianity.
Relationship is master-servant, affectionate but unequal.
Shows Crusoe's attitudes to race and colonial ideas.
Explanation
Describe both relationships and comment.