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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. Where does Elesin wish to make the transition?
(a) The palace.
(b) Out in the wilderness.
(c) The market.
(d) His home.

2. Pilkings believes that the Prince will come to the dance dressed as ____________.
(a) A knight.
(b) He will not dress up.
(c) A coat of arms.
(d) A court jester.

3. What is another name for the praise-singer?
(a) Olohamora.
(b) Oba-iyo.
(c) Olohun-iyo.
(d) Elohino-iya.

4. In regards to time, how should the play be performed?
(a) Without interval.
(b) Large breaks between scenes.
(c) Slowly.
(d) Following the Yoruban time schedule.

5. At what type of school is Olunde studying?
(a) Medical.
(b) Education.
(c) Law.
(d) Engineering.

Short Answer Questions

1. Elesin refers to the market place as his home of _____________.

2. What word does Pilkings use to describe Yoruban customs?

3. As stated by the praise-singer in the play, what does a man forget when he approaches a brand new bride?

4. What are Jane and Pilkings wearing at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2?

5. What do the women of the market carry as they enter Elesin's cell?

(see the answer key)

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