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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is the apparition in the fourth forest scene different from the previous apparitions?
(a) This apparition unfolds backwards in time.
(b) The apparition is not from Emperor Jones' personal experience.
(c) This apparation takes place underwater.
(d) The apparition is not dispelled with a gunshot.

2. What does the vision Emperor Jones sees in the fourth forest scene tell us about the development of the play?
(a) It is progressing according to the natives' prophecies.
(b) It is no longer personal to Jones' guilt.
(c) It will end in Emperor Jones' death.
(d) It is manifesting Emperor Jones' deepest memories.

3. What does Smithers talk to the old woman about in the first scene?
(a) Where she is going.
(b) When the natives are going to kill Emperor Jones.
(c) Where the other whites have gone.
(d) Where Emperor Jones hid his food.

4. What is the throne in the palace made of?
(a) Uncut wood.
(b) Ivory.
(c) Precious metals and stones.
(d) Pearls and jewels.

5. Which literary term describes Emperor Jones' work in the third forest scene?
(a) Miming.
(b) Fencing.
(c) Excursus.
(d) Dancing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Emperor Jones head for the forest at the end of the first scene?

2. What do the natives mistakenly think about Emperor Jones?

3. How far away was Emperor Jones' would-be assassin when the gun misfired?

4. What is Jeff doing when Emperor Jones sees him?

5. What part does Emperor Jones play in the vision he sees in the fourth forest scene?

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