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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the prologue, Aidoo explains this treaty that binds the people of Ghana to the white men.
(a) The Bond of the 1800s.
(b) 1844 Fanti.
(c) Bond of 1845.
(d) Bond of 1844.

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

3. Which part of the landscape, as described in the prologue, balances out the lands?
(a) A lake.
(b) A valley.
(c) A river.
(d) A mountain.

4. How many different settings are there in Aidoo's play?
(a) Two.
(b) Three.
(c) Four.
(d) One.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In which year does the "Anowa" take place?

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

3. What type of input do the people of Anowa's village have in regard to how their country is run politically?

4. In what part of Africa does the "Anowa" take place?

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

(see the answer key)

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