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What motivates Ananse to seek out the four chiefs for his daughter?
What motivates Ananse to seek out the four chiefs for his daughter?
- To find a legitimate husband for Anansewa
- To fulfill a promise he made to his late wife
- To escape poverty and start a new life
- To accumulate wealth through their gifts (correct)
How does Ananse test the devotion of the suitors?
How does Ananse test the devotion of the suitors?
- By observing their reaction to a false engagement
- By staging Anansewa's fake death (correct)
- By sending them to retrieve a precious item
- By inviting them to take part in a competition
What is the significance of Chief-Who-Is-Chief's actions during the test?
What is the significance of Chief-Who-Is-Chief's actions during the test?
- He shows his commitment by assuming responsibility for the funeral (correct)
- He reveals his secret dislike for Anansewa
- He tries to take control of the situation
- He demonstrates his outstanding wealth
Which characters assist Ananse in carrying out his plan?
Which characters assist Ananse in carrying out his plan?
What cultural elements are incorporated into the play?
What cultural elements are incorporated into the play?
What unique engagement method does Ananse use to attract suitors for his daughter?
What unique engagement method does Ananse use to attract suitors for his daughter?
What is the primary outcome of Ananse's plan?
What is the primary outcome of Ananse's plan?
How does Anansewa appear to the chiefs during Ananse's testing phase?
How does Anansewa appear to the chiefs during Ananse's testing phase?
In what cultural context is the play set?
In what cultural context is the play set?
What characteristic best describes Ananse's actions throughout the play?
What characteristic best describes Ananse's actions throughout the play?
Flashcards
Ananse's plan
Ananse's plan
Ananse's strategy to gain wealth and find a suitable husband for his daughter through a series of 'photograph engagements' with affluent chiefs.
Photograph Engagement
Photograph Engagement
A fictitious engagement between Ananse and several chiefs, orchestrated to gain gifts and wealth.
The Test
The Test
A ruse where Anansewa pretends to die, to observe how each chief responds, revealing true affection.
Chief-Who-Is-Chief
Chief-Who-Is-Chief
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Anansewa
Anansewa
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Ananse
Ananse
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Cultural Context
Cultural Context
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The Plan Unravels
The Plan Unravels
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Four Chiefs
Four Chiefs
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Ananse's Goal
Ananse's Goal
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Fake Engagement
Fake Engagement
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The Test
The Test
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Chief-Who-Is-Chief
Chief-Who-Is-Chief
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Ananse's Strategy
Ananse's Strategy
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Anansewa
Anansewa
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Four Chiefs
Four Chiefs
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Unexpected Telegrams
Unexpected Telegrams
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Study Notes
Anansewa Play Summary
- The play centers on Ananse, a poor but ambitious widower, and his daughter Anansewa.
- Ananse secretly proposes his daughter to four wealthy chiefs (Sapaase, Akate, Mines, and Who-Is-Chief) via photographs.
- Each chief believes they are the sole suitor for Anansewa.
- Ananse's goal is to gain wealth from the chiefs' gifts while finding a suitable husband for his daughter.
- He strategically collects monetary gifts from the chiefs anticipating a future marriage ceremony.
The Plan's Downfall
- An unforeseen complication arises with telegrams from all four chiefs, intending to attend and perform an important ceremony, the head-drink ceremony
- Ananse then develops a test to discover the genuine affection of his prospective suitors for his daughter.
The Test Unveiled
- Anansewa pretends to die, and Ananse watches how each chief reacts.
- A sympathetic and stylish woman, Christie, supports Ananse in this scheme.
- Each chief, unknowingly, sends condolences and funeral gifts, with Chief-Who-Is-Chief taking lead responsibility for the entire funeral planning.
The End Result
- Ananse successfully identifies a suitable partner for his daughter and accumulates wealth for his family.
- The play depicts Ananse as a cunning, resourceful individual.
Cultural Background
- The play draws influence from the Ghanaian folktale of Ananse, the spider, famed for his intellect and craftiness.
- It integrates traditional Ghanaian storytelling and music, including elements of "Anansesem" and "Anansegoro" to enhance narratives and traditions.
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