Efua Sutherland : The Marriage of Anansewa (ACT 1 – Questions with Answers and Explanations)

What dramatic function does the photograph of Anansewa serve in Act 1?

A) As a symbol of modern technology
B) As a plot device to initiate the multiple courtships
C) As evidence of Ananse's wealth
D) As a metaphor for feminine objectification

What aspect of characterization is most evident in Ananse's portrayal in Act 1?

A) Psychological realism and depth
B) Flat, stock character from folklore
C) Dynamic character undergoing transformation
D) Allegorical representation of evil

What literary device is primarily employed through Ananse's character in the play?

A) Symbolism
B) Allegory
C) Trickster archetype
D) Tragic hero