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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Prologue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what part of Africa does the "Anowa" take place?
(a) Sahara desert.
(b) Zimbabwe.
(c) Nigeria.
(d) Ghana coast.

2. Aidoo writes her play during what major political literary movement?
(a) Pan-African.
(b) Post modernist.
(c) Realism.
(d) Cultural relativism.

3. Which character in the story represents the antithesis of the ideal person, according to African tradition?
(a) Badua.
(b) Kofi Ako.
(c) Anowa.
(d) Osam.

4. What type of tale is this play based from?
(a) A Ghanian legend.
(b) A creation myth.
(c) An African song.
(d) A Ghanian love dance.

5. Aidoo sets the prologue of the story in this place, setting the stage for the beginning of colonialism.
(a) Germany.
(b) Fantiland.
(c) France.
(d) Britain.

Short Answer Questions

1. As stated in the prologue, who is the most important enemy for the Fanti, as well and the British?

2. The grand theme of this play lies mainly in what?

3. How many years pass since the treaty is signed with the Europeans, as Aidoo sets the play up?

4. Which political category best suits Anowa's character?

5. Anowa's personality/attitude _________ her from those around her.

(see the answer key)

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