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    The narrative arc of "The Tribal Scars" follows Amoo and his daughter Iome as they try to escape slave traders. Amoo is captured by the slave trader Momutu but refuses his offer to join him. In a climactic confrontation, Amoo and Iome escape but find their village mostly empty. To protect Iome from being recaptured, Amoo scars her body, starting a tradition that becomes a symbol of defiance against slavery for their descendants.

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    The narrative arc of "The Tribal Scars" follows Amoo and his daughter Iome as they try to escape slave traders. Amoo is captured by the slave trader Momutu but refuses his offer to join him. In a climactic confrontation, Amoo and Iome escape but find their village mostly empty. To protect Iome from being recaptured, Amoo scars her body, starting a tradition that becomes a symbol of defiance against slavery for their descendants.

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    Narrative Arc of Tribal Scars

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    Ma Alleilee Galisanao Gado
    The narrative arc of "The Tribal Scars" follows Amoo and his daughter Iome as they try to escape slave traders. Amoo is captured by the slave trader Momutu but refuses his offer to join him. In a climactic confrontation, Amoo and Iome escape but find their village mostly empty. To protect Iome from being recaptured, Amoo scars her body, starting a tradition that becomes a symbol of defiance against slavery for their descendants.

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    Ma.

    Alleilee Galisanao Gado

    BSA – 2nd Year

    Output: Narrative Arc of "The Voltaique" (The Tribal Scars) by Ousmane Sembène

    Characters:

    Amoo - the lead character

    Iome - She is Amoo's daughter

    Momutu - the leader of the slaves who initiated their plan to get away from the slave-hunters.

    Setting: West Coast Africa Ship, Jungle and Village

    Theme: Emancipation and Historical

    Conflict: Man vs. Man

    Symbolism: The symbols in this short story are the scars that symbolizes freedom of slavery of
    people from West Africa. The scars signifies the people of the tribe cutting the sufferings of
    being a slave.

    The Narrative arc of Tribal Scars:

    Exposition:

    The story introduces the protagonist, Amoo, and his daughter, Iome, who are trying to escape
    the slave trade. The tale begins with Saer, the story-teller, posing a question about the origins
    of tribal scars. The village elders offer reasons, but Saer challenges their explanations, leading to
    a deeper exploration of the subject. Amoo's motivation to protect his daughter becomes clear,
    as he has lost his entire family to the slave trade.

    Rising Action:

    Amoo and Iome encounter the ruthless slave trader, Momutu, who had captured them after a
    slave boat raid. Momutu seeks to keep Iome because she is young and valuable. Amoo is
    determined to protect his daughter and refuses Momutu's offer to join his ranks. As they wait
    for more slaves in the jungle, Amoo remains vigilant, aware of Momutu's intentions. Amoo's
    past actions and struggles to preserve his family's freedom are unveiled, adding tension to their
    plight.
    Climax:

    In a confrontation with Momutu, Amoo learns about Momutu's own tragic history, which
    involved violence and the loss of his own village. The situation escalates as Momutu tries to
    take Iome forcefully. Amoo and Iome manage to escape and return to their village.

    Falling Action:

    Back in their village, Amoo and Iome find only a few surviving members of their community.
    The elders discuss the future and consider relocating deeper into the forest to avoid slave
    hunters. Despite the challenges, they unite to find a suitable location.

    Resolution:

    The resolution reveals the origin of tribal scars. When slave hunters return to the village, Amoo,
    in a desperate act to protect Iome from being captured, scars her body to make her undesirable
    to the slave traders. This courageous act spreads among the community, and eventually, their
    descendants adopt the practice of tribal scarring as a symbol of defiance and resistance against
    slavery. The scars become a testament to their ancestors' refusal to be enslaved, preserving
    their history and identity for generations to come.

    In summary, "Tribal Scars" presents a poignant tale of resilience, sacrifice, and the preservation
    of cultural identity amidst the horrors of the slave trade. The story arc showcases Amoo's
    determination to protect his daughter, Iome, and how his actions ultimately shape the future of
    their community and give rise to the tradition of tribal scarring as a powerful symbol of
    resistance.

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