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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. By whom is a large part of Anowa's country ruled?
(a) Germany.
(b) Spain.
(c) France.
(d) Great Britain.

2. What is the name of the village, in which "Anowa" takes place?
(a) Oyo.
(b) Shona.
(c) Genji.
(d) Yebi.

3. How many generations of characters are presented in the prologue of the story?
(a) Four.
(b) Two.
(c) One.
(d) Three.

4. What does Aidoo use to help in the construction of the play's characters?
(a) Historical elements.
(b) African heritage.
(c) Her mother.
(d) Creation mythology.

5. Which political category best suits Anowa's character?
(a) Libertarianism.
(b) Socialism.
(c) Masochism.
(d) Feminism.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the prologue, Aidoo explains this treaty that binds the people of Ghana to the white men.

2. Aidoo writes her play during what major political literary movement?

3. How does Aidoo select the time period to set the play?

4. Which character in the play portrays the ideal woman figure in African culture?

5. Which part of the landscape, as described in the prologue, balances out the lands?

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