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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Imoinda request that Oroonoko kill her in Act III, Scene II?
(a) She does not want her children born into slavery.
(b) She does not want to lie with the governor.
(c) She does not want to be a slave any longer.
(d) She does not want to be with Oroonoko any longer.

2. Who says the phrase "green Sickness" in Act IV, Scene I?
(a) Stanmore.
(b) Jack.
(c) Welldon.
(d) Mrs. Lackitt.

3. What does Oroonoko suggest in regards to Hottman at the end of Act III, Scene IV?
(a) Kick him out of the plan.
(b) Ignore him.
(c) Keep an eye on him.
(d) Stab him.

4. What does Welldon say to the widow's first suggestion of a husband for Lucy?
(a) He says Lucy loves him.
(b) He says Lucy is conflicted.
(c) He says Lucy hates him.
(d) He says Lucy is considering it.

5. Why do the slaves fall on the ground asking for the governor's forgiveness?
(a) Because the governor has offered them a pardon for their behavior.
(b) Because Oroonoko told them to.
(c) Because the governor has threatened to kill them otherwise.
(d) Because they love the governor as their master.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of Act III, Scene III, what does the widow insist of Welldon?

2. Who says Oroonoko will be treated nobly?

3. Who agrees with Oroonoko about Hottman Act III, Scene IV?

4. Who says: "My heart drops blood for him" in Act I, Scene II?

5. Who says the following line: "So, Mrs. Lackitt, your Widowhood is waning apace?" in Act I, Scene I?

(see the answer key)

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