Anowa - Themes and Analysis Quiz

What consequence does Anowa face for her pride and adherence to her ideals?

Question Answer Choices She becomes wealthy and powerful She is exiled from her community She gains the respect of her peers Her marriage ends in suicide

Why were the twins fanning an empty chair in Anowa?

Question Answer Choices To follow a traditional ritual of their village. To practice their fanning skills for an upcoming event. To keep it cool for their master, even in his absence. To keep insects away from their master's chair.

Which theme in 'Anowa' revolves around the protagonist challenging societal expectations for women?

Question Answer Choices Wealth and power Religious faith Family loyalty Gender roles

What does Anowa believe about work and happiness?

Question Answer Choices Happiness comes from following traditions Only men should work outside the home Work is more important than family A person should work at what makes them happy regardless of gender

Why does Anowa refuse to use slaves in her business?

Question Answer Choices She thinks that using slaves would make their business less profitable. She wants to follow the traditional role of women in Ghana and not work outside the home. She respects other humans and is appalled at the thought of owning another person. She believes that using slaves would be too expensive for their business.

How is Kofi Ako, Anowa's husband, represented in the play?

Question Answer Choices He is represented as strong. He is represented as intelligent. He is represented as kind. He is represented as weak.

What is one consequence of Kofi Ako's choice to buy slaves in Anowa?

Question Answer Choices The improvement of his financial status and social standing. The destruction of his marriage and the eventual ending of his own life. The expansion of his business and influence in the community. The strengthening of his relationship with Anowa.

What is one lesson learned from Anowa?

Question Answer Choices The benefits of following societal expectations without question. The power of traditions and customs and the consequences of trying to change them. The importance of wealth and material success. The value of isolation and avoiding relationships.

What business do Anowa and Kofi Ako start together?

Question Answer Choices A farming business. A fishing business. A skin-trading business. A textile business.

Why does Anowa's marriage become barren?

Question Answer Choices Their constant arguments and disagreements. Anowa's inability to conceive. Anowa's refusal to follow traditions. Her husband's slave dealing has left him impotent.