Behold the Dreamers

by

Imbolo Mbue

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Fufu Term Analysis

A staple food in West Africa, made with any kind of starchy food, such as cassava, plantains, or taro. The dish is served during the Jonga family’s farewell dinner.
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Fufu Term Timeline in Behold the Dreamers

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Chapter 14
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...her kind of place. She wonders if she just should’ve stayed home and cooked him fufu and eru for his birthday gift. Neni is fine with working for white people or... (full context)