A dilemma story, or dilemma tale, is an African story-form intended to provoke discussion, used as a form of both entertainment and instruction. Rather than offering the neat resolution found in many other narrative forms, a dilemma tale deliberately remains unresolved, encouraging its audience into debate and exploration of ethical questions about relationships, family loyalty and other community values.
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A dilemma story (also dilemma tale) is an African story-form intended to provoke discussion.
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Unlike many other story forms, which culminate in a firm conclusion, dilemma stories are open ended, and meant to spark conversation and debate.
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A dilemma story (also dilemma tale) is an African story-form intended to provoke discussion.
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