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Is poetry a genuine attempt to subvert publicly sanctioned order or does poetry contribute to the maintenance of this system?
In terms of communication, what are the advantages and disadvantages of ghinnawas?
How does the strategic use of ‘two discourses’ by the Awlad ‘Ali enable both personal agency and compliance with social mores?
What is the relationship between the head attire worn by Awlad ‘Ali women and the sentiments expressed in the poetry they recite?
What is the role of poetry in Awlad ‘Ali responses to death? Refer to Bedouin systems of honour in your answer.
Describe the process by which, in Abu-Lughod’s words, ‘poems gain meaning’ (p. 174). How does this process of ‘gaining meaning’ limit and/or enhance the utility of these poems for the Awlad ‘Ali?
How does the attire of an Awlad ‘Ali woman communicate her sexuality to her community? In your answer describe the relationship between attire and those personal qualities deemed salient to the Awlad ‘Ali.
Poems used by the female and lower-status male Awlad ‘Ali are really complex forms of speech. Discuss with reference to metaphor.