Theory question 203
Other Set Texts: African ProseLiterature 3. Elechi Amadi: The Concubine
Discuss the contributions of Adaku and Wonuma to the failure of the marriage between Ekwueme and Ahurole.
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Model answer
Adaku (Ekwueme's mother): over-protective; Ekwueme tied to her; Ahurole resents it.
She keeps feeding and fussing over him; he measures women by her.
Wonuma (Ahurole's mother): spoils Ahurole; encourages her suspicion of Ihuoma.
Suggests the love potion, which drives Ekwueme mad.
Both mothers' interference leads to the breakup.
Explanation
Show each mother's part.