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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which year does the "Anowa" take place?
(a) 1874.
(b) 1900.
(c) 1970.
(d) 1825.

2. Where is Aidoo originally from, as stated in the prologue of the story?
(a) Morocco.
(b) Somalia.
(c) Zimbabwe.
(d) Ghana.

3. What is another name for the coast on which the play is set?
(a) The Gold Coast.
(b) The Anglican Coast.
(c) The Red Coast.
(d) The Silver Coast.

4. How does Aidoo select the time period to set the play?
(a) It is an important point in Ghanaian history.
(b) The date is used to mirror events in Britain.
(c) It is during her childhood.
(d) It is the time in which the legend is always set.

5. Anowa's personality/attitude _________ her from those around her.
(a) Draws.
(b) Confuses.
(c) Alienates.
(d) Entices.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who do the people of the village blame for Anowa's behavior, as explained in the prologue?

2. Which African form of oral literature is Aidoo's play passed down from?

3. What is the ultimate consequence of Anowa's behavior, as stated in the prologue?

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

5. Which character is at the center of the play?

(see the answer key)

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