The Marriage of Anansewa
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What is the main intention of Anansewa's marriage in the play 'The Marriage of Anansewa'?

  • To promote cultural awareness
  • To escape his spider trickster reputation
  • To acquire wealth and status (correct)
  • To rebel against traditional values
  • What is symbolized by Anansewa's spider webs in the play?

  • His cleverness and ability to trap others (correct)
  • His modern outlook on life
  • His romantic feelings for Efua
  • His connection to traditional values
  • What is the main theme of the play 'The Marriage of Anansewa'?

  • The struggle for power and status in traditional Ghanaian society (correct)
  • The role of women in Ghanaian society
  • The impact of modernity on traditional values
  • The importance of romantic love in marriage
  • Who is the author of the play 'The Marriage of Anansewa'?

    <p>Efua Sutherland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cultural significance of the play 'The Marriage of Anansewa'?

    <p>It promotes cultural awareness and understanding of Ghanaian traditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the character of Efua like in the play 'The Marriage of Anansewa'?

    <p>Naive and obedient, but ultimately trapped in a marriage she does not want</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Marriage of Anansewa

    Background

    • A play written by Ghanaian playwright Efua Sutherland in 1975
    • Based on a traditional Akan folktale from Ghana

    Plot

    • The story revolves around Anansewa, the spider trickster, who decides to marry
    • Anansewa's intention is to acquire wealth and status through his marriage
    • He chooses a chief's daughter, Efua, as his bride
    • Anansewa's cleverness and cunning are used to outwit his in-laws and gain control over Efua's family's wealth

    Themes

    • The struggle for power and status in traditional Ghanaian society
    • The use of cunning and trickery to achieve one's goals
    • The tension between traditional values and modernity

    Character Analysis

    • Anansewa: the spider trickster, cunning and clever, but also manipulative and selfish
    • Efua: the chief's daughter, naive and obedient, but ultimately trapped in a marriage she does not want

    Symbolism

    • Anansewa's spider webs symbolize his cleverness and ability to trap others
    • The marriage ceremony represents the union of traditional and modern values

    Cultural Significance

    • The play explores the cultural heritage of Ghana and the importance of traditional values
    • It highlights the tensions between modernity and tradition in Ghanaian society

    Impact

    • The play has been widely performed and studied in Ghana and beyond
    • It has contributed to the development of Ghanaian literature and theatre
    • It has also helped to promote cultural awareness and understanding of Ghanaian traditions

    The Marriage of Anansewa

    Background

    • Written by Efua Sutherland in 1975
    • Based on a traditional Akan folktale from Ghana

    Plot

    • Revolves around Anansewa, the spider trickster, who marries to acquire wealth and status
    • Anansewa chooses Efua, a chief's daughter, as his bride
    • He uses cunning and cleverness to outwit his in-laws and gain control over Efua's family's wealth

    Themes

    • Struggle for power and status in traditional Ghanaian society
    • Use of cunning and trickery to achieve goals
    • Tension between traditional values and modernity

    Character Analysis

    • Anansewa: cunning, clever, manipulative, and selfish
    • Efua: naive, obedient, and trapped in an unwanted marriage

    Symbolism

    • Anansewa's spider webs: symbolize his cleverness and ability to trap others
    • Marriage ceremony: represents the union of traditional and modern values

    Cultural Significance

    • Explores Ghana's cultural heritage and importance of traditional values
    • Highlights tensions between modernity and tradition in Ghanaian society

    Impact

    • Widely performed and studied in Ghana and beyond
    • Contributed to development of Ghanaian literature and theatre
    • Promotes cultural awareness and understanding of Ghanaian traditions

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    A play by Ghanaian playwright Efua Sutherland based on a traditional Akan folktale. The story revolves around Anansewa's cunning marriage to acquire wealth and status.

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