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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. What does Elesin do to Olunde before he leaves for school?
(a) Disowned him.
(b) Hugged him tightly and said goodbye.
(c) Wished him luck.
(d) Asked him to return soon.

2. This term best describes Elesin's reaction/feeling toward Iyaloja's response after Elesin requests a wife.
(a) Annoyed.
(b) Elated.
(c) Jealous.
(d) Angry.

3. How does Elesin feel regarding Pilkings helping Olunde go to school?
(a) Pleased.
(b) Sad.
(c) Angry.
(d) Happy.

4. Finish the quotation by Elesin Oba from Act 1, Scene 1. "This market is my roost. When I come among the women I am a(n) ____________ with a hundred mothers."
(a) Man.
(b) Chicken.
(c) Rooster.
(d) Cockerel.

5. What is proof of the new bride's virginity?
(a) A ring.
(b) The bridal tent.
(c) White flowers.
(d) Velvet cloth.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who sits inside Elesin's cell with him?

2. What does Elesin claim his response will NOT be when death comes for him?

3. Who do the Pilkings speak to for more insight to Amusa's report in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. In Act 1, Scene 1, Elesin and the praise-singer have a discussion where Elesin compares him to a jealous _______.

5. What is Elesin doing when he realizes that his last day is almost over?

(see the answer key)

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