JAMB Literature in English 1982 Question 16

Question 16

Set Text: The Marriage of Anansewa

The role of the Storyteller in The Marriage of Anansewa is that of a

  1. A.bearer of false rumours
  2. B.trickster
  3. C.commentator
  4. D.suitor
  5. E.Chief's messenger.
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Answer: C (commentator)

Explanation

The Storyteller introduces scenes and comments on the action, linking the play to the audience.