Lacked a unified army because many still thought of themselves as British
Answer: Maria
Explanation: Between Riku talking about the book as an exploration of the savage part of human nature and Maria discussing Conrad using Africa as a symbol for savagery. The discussion as a whole is applying 21st century perspectives to the work, which is a long way from the context the author's intent.
The words and actions of female characters such as Sherri Valance can express the authors viewpoint as a woman.
I was in a state of abandonment when my dad moved away from home.
