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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who says "I am afraid You'll find it difficult, and dangerous" in Act III, Scene IV?

2. Which of the following is not something Welldon and Jack discuss in Act IV, Scene I?

3. What does the line "I am afraid You'll find it difficult, and dangerous" refer to in Act III, Scene IV?

4. What does the governor tell Oroonoko that he did not come to do near the beginning of Act IV, Scene II?

5. How do the slaves view Oroonoko's plan for them in Act III, Scene IV?

Short Essay Questions

1. From what is Welldon rescued at the end of Act III, Scene III and how?

2. What is Oroonoko's plan in Act III, Scene IV?

3. In Act III, Scene III, what does Welldon suggest he do so that he and Widow Lackitt may get married?

4. Describe the character Hottman in Act III.

5. What nickname does Welldon suggest Mrs.Lackitt call him and how is this ironic?

6. What is the situation between Daniel and Lucy in Act IV, Scene I?

7. What are three examples of foreshadowing in Act III?

8. Why does Oroonoko say that Imoinda has made him a coward?

9. What does Oroonoko understand about the slaves who take the governor's pardon and beg forgiveness in Act IV, Scene II?

10. Why does Oroonoko not initially want to join the slave revolt in Act III Scene II?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

It is often said that the greatest story is a love story. The play is not without the elements of a romance. Discuss what are the elements of a romance or love story and how they are portrayed in the play. Which characters are involved and with who? Is it a comedic love or tragic? What is the message about love? Research as necessary using at least one book source (not including the play or novella) and use specific examples from the play.

Essay Topic 2

It can be said that Oroonoko the play has many similarities to certain plays of Shakespeare. Discuss, analyze, and compare in what ways Oroonoko is similar to Shakespeare plays. Was this intentional on the part of Southerne? Why or why not? Research as necessary using at least one book source (not including the play or novella) and use specific examples from the play.

Plays to compare Oroonoko to:

1) Romeo and Juliet

2) Othello

3) Twelfth Night

Essay Topic 3

Trickery and betrayal are two intermingling themes that are seen in the play. Discuss what each means and how it is expressed in the novel. Who is tricked and by whom? Who is betrayed and by whom? What do we learn about the characters and the relationships between them based on the trickery and betrayal? Research as necessary using at least one book source (not including the play or novella) and use specific examples from the play.

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