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  1. How does the protagonist's return to his native village after years of studying in Europe impact his sense of identity?
  2. Discuss the significance of the character Mustafa Sa'eed's mysterious and enigmatic nature in the novel.
  3. In what ways does the novel explore the themes of colonialism and its impact on both the colonizers and the colonized?
  4. How does the author use the structure of the novel to convey the protagonist's internal struggles and conflicts?
  5. Examine the role of women in the novel, particularly in relation to the male characters and their perceptions of women.
  6. Discuss the use of symbolism in the novel, focusing on specific symbols and their significance in the story.
  7. How does the setting of the novel, with its juxtaposition of rural Sudan and urban Europe, contribute to the themes and conflicts of the story?