Which colourful hand-woven cloth, worn for special occasions, is most linked to the Ashanti town of Bonwire?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Kente cloth, woven in narrow strips and sewn together
- Step 1: Kente is woven on a narrow loom and the strips are sewn together. Answer: Kente cloth, woven in narrow strips and sewn together. Why not the others: Adinkra is stamped, the smock is northern and wax prints are factory made.
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