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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who sits inside Elesin's cell with him?
(a) Amusa.
(b) Two guards.
(c) His bride.
(d) Pilkings.

2. What does Elesin claim his response will NOT be when death comes for him?
(a) "Not me".
(b) "Not I".
(c) "I".
(d) "Please do not take me".

3. .The praise-singer could also be seen as _______________.
(a) Elesin's soul.
(b) Elesin's best friend.
(c) Elesin's conscience.
(d) A god.

4. Where do the women of the market claim that the "official business" is happening?
(a) The bridal tent.
(b) At the palace.
(c) At the ball.
(d) The market.

5. What does Iyaloja focus on with Elesin's request for a young wife?
(a) A baby.
(b) The young woman's approval.
(c) Her own failed marriage.
(d) The wedding night.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Elesin do to Olunde before he leaves for school?

2. In what style is the dialogue of the play written?

3. Whom does Elesin want by his side at his death?

4. Iyaloja works to enforce what is good for __________.

5. What is the first name of the aide-de-camp?

(see the answer key)

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