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

Ananse's character in Act 1 can be interpreted as a critique of:

A) Traditional values and customs
B) Foreign colonial influence
C) Unbridled greed and materialism
D) Arranged marriages specifically

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

The narrative technique Sutherland uses that involves a character addressing the audience directly is called:

A) Soliloquy
B) Breaking the fourth wall
C) Stream of consciousness
D) Dramatic irony