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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Igbo term "Yshaw" (139) is used to refer to whom throughout the novel?

2. After Ada's rape, she is no longer able to communicate with whom in traditional ways?

3. The We say that prior to Ada's surgery, they had considered Ada's body to be what?

4. The second thing that emerges from the brothersisters is what?

5. Though Yshaw's appearance often changes, Asughara says that Yshaw is always what?

Short Essay Questions

1. Ada complains that Yshaw will not complete which two actions?

2. What is the moment Asughara describes as revealing Ewan's dark side?

3. Where had Ada been born and how does she feel about returning each time she does?

4. For what reason does Asughara advise Ada to agree to meet with Ewan again after Ewan's long absence?

5. What form does Chapter 15 take and by whom is it narrated?

6. Ada says that her image and Asughara's are identical, except for what difference?

7. What event causes Asughara to become tired and to allow another entity to control Ada more often?

8. Describe the disturbing interaction Ada has with her cousin Obiageli.

9. How does Emezi use foreshadowing within the early moments of Ada's relationship with Ewan?

10. What is Ada's reaction to the disturbing altercation with Obiageli and how does it serve as the first of many?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a critical essay about Freshwater while using the critical power theory lens of Marxist theory. Use textual evidence to back up your strong, specific claim regarding the novel's treatment of issues such as socioeconomic status, hierarchies, wealth, class, or any other issues related to Marxist theory that can be found in the novel.

Essay Topic 2

How do the themes of deception and secrecy function within Freshwater and what is Emezi’s message regarding these themes?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss how and why Emezi instills three different humanist messages into the narrative of Freshwater.

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