Literary Analysis of Anyango's Work

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What is the norm of the community in which Sanyu and Anyango live?

Bisexually

Homosexually

Asexually

Heterosexually (correct)

How do the women in Sanyu's community typically behave towards their husbands?

They ignore their husbands' infidelities

They are indifferent to their husbands' actions

They consult with ju-ju men to ensure their husbands' love (correct)

They are independent and self-sufficient

What is unique about Sanyu and Anyango's relationship?

They are in close proximity even when physically apart (correct)

They are romantically involved

They are sisters

They are best friends

What is the significance of Sanyu's actions towards Juma?

She is breaking the no fighting rule Signup and view all the answers

How does Sanyu's behavior differ from that of other girls in her community?

She is more willing to stand up for herself Signup and view all the answers

What is implied about the relationship between Sanyu and Anyango?

They have a special bond Signup and view all the answers

What does the Jambula tree symbolize in the context of Anyango and Sanyu's love story?

The strength and beauty of their love Signup and view all the answers

What does the fact that the Jambula tree has been there even before the Nakawa housing estate was constructed represent?

The prohibition of homosexuality in communities Signup and view all the answers

What does the description of the first sexual intimate experience between Anyango and Sanyu suggest about their love?

That it was natural despite being frowned upon by society Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the unreachable fruit of the Jambula tree in the context of Anyango and Sanyu's story?

It represents the prohibition of homosexuality in communities Signup and view all the answers

What does the Jambula tree symbolize in terms of sexuality?

The complexity of sexuality Signup and view all the answers

What does the fact that Anyango still reminisces fondly about the memories she has of Sanyu suggest about their love?

That it was a deep and strong connection Signup and view all the answers

What does the unreachable fruit symbolize in the context of the story?

The love and acceptance that homosexual people desperately want to reach Signup and view all the answers

Why does the author use the jambula tree as a symbol in the story?

To symbolize the breasts of the women Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the phrase 'two plus two jambulas equals four jambulas'?

It is a confession of guilt in church Signup and view all the answers

How do Anyango and Sanyu's actions differ from the dominant representations of sexuality in their community?

They ignore the social norms and expectations Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of Sanyu's actions in the story?

She is sent to London by her parents Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the jambula fruit in the story?

It represents the forbidden fruit from the Garden of Eden Signup and view all the answers