Anansi Stories and Lessons

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What was Anansi hoping to find in the village?

A place to build a house

A celebration or feast (correct)

A new friend to play with

A hidden treasure

What type of gathering was Farmer Kofi hosting?

A wedding ceremony

A yam harvest celebration (correct)

A market day

A children's game night

What does Anansi offer to share at the feast?

Food he cooked himself

Gifts for the villagers

Tales and stories (correct)

A dance performance

How did the villagers react to Anansi's arrival?

They welcomed him with laughter Signup and view all the answers

What was included in the feast's offerings?

Sweet mangoes and roasted yams Signup and view all the answers

What lesson did Anansi learn from his experience with the villagers?

The significance of balance between cleverness and generosity. Signup and view all the answers

What did Farmer Kofi offer to Anansi despite knowing his deceptive plan?

A bundle of warm yam cakes wrapped in banana leaves. Signup and view all the answers

How did the villagers react to Anansi's attempt to trick them?

They were amused and laughed at his actions. Signup and view all the answers

Which value was emphasized by Farmer Kofi's actions?

Generosity even towards tricksters. Signup and view all the answers

What was Anansi's initial intention when interacting with the villagers?

To deceive them and obtain food. Signup and view all the answers

What did Anansi promise the villagers at the beginning of his storytelling?

To share plenty of stories Signup and view all the answers

What quality did the tortoise possess in Anansi's story?

Clever and greedy Signup and view all the answers

How did Anansi entertain the villagers during his storytelling?

Through exaggerated gestures and animated voice Signup and view all the answers

What did Anansi do while telling the story that revealed his own greedy behavior?

He snatched food while telling the story Signup and view all the answers

What request did Farmer Kofi make at the end of Anansi's story?

To share a story about Anansi's feast with them Signup and view all the answers

Where is the myth of Anansi believed to have originated?

Ghana Signup and view all the answers

What role did Anansi originally have in the myth?

The god of knowledge Signup and view all the answers

Which cultural characteristic is shared between Brazilian culture and the story of Anansi?

A tradition of storytelling Signup and view all the answers

How do Brazilians typically react to problems, as mentioned in the content?

With laughter and joy Signup and view all the answers

What value is highlighted in both the myth and the author's family culture?

Honesty is important Signup and view all the answers

What do the villagers value based on their reaction to Anansi's trick?

Cleverness and humor Signup and view all the answers

What belief is highlighted about balancing emotions and traits?

Life requires balance between cleverness and generosity. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the villagers’ attitude towards Farmer Kobi’s stories?

They enjoyed the clever yet mischievous elements. Signup and view all the answers

What emphasizes the idea of sharing in the context of a feast?

Laughter contributes to the true essence of a feast. Signup and view all the answers

What do the villagers demonstrate by facing Anansi's trick with laughter?

They show resilience and joy in life. Signup and view all the answers

What value is primarily demonstrated by Farmer Kofi's actions?

Generosity Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Farmer's Feast?

To share food with the entire village Signup and view all the answers

How did the villagers participate in the feast?

They were expected to bring something to share Signup and view all the answers

Why did the villagers enjoy the stories shared during the feast?

They valued storytelling as a community activity Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic attributed to Farmer Kofi?

He has a reputation for generosity Signup and view all the answers