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1. What does Gbessa encounter in the road in Part I that nearly kills her?

Gbessa encounters a poisonous snake in the road in Part I that nearly kills her.

2. Why does Khati try to delay Gbessa's birth?

Khati tries to delay Gbessa's birth because it happens on the same day that a cat spirit kills Ol' Ma Nyanpoo, which is a terrible sign that a baby born on the same day will be cursed.

3. Why are Khati and Gbessa treated as outcasts in Lai?

Khati and Gbessa are treated as outcasts in Lai because the villagers believe Gbessa is cursed due to her being born on the same day one of the village elders dies.

4. What do the Lai villagers call Gbessa?

The Lai villagers call Gbessa "Gbessa the witch" all throughout her childhood.

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