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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the old woman call Anowa toward the end of Phase two?

2. What suggestion does Anowa make at the beginning of Phase two to Kofi Ako?

3. During a confrontation in Phase three, what does Kofi Ako tell Anowa he provides for her in the end?

4. How many years pass by Phase two?

5. The ending provided by Aidoo, is a traditional literary form of expression, a _____________ tale.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain why Anowa is referred to as a feminist.

Essay Topic 2

Why is it that Badua feels a strong need for her daughter to marry, a man of her choosing?

Essay Topic 3

Why does Aidoo choose to involve the tribe elders in the story? What do they contribute? What points arise in their commentary?

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