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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. Who do the Pilkings speak to for more insight to Amusa's report in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Elesin.
(b) Iyaloja.
(c) Olunde.
(d) Joseph.

2. In Act 1, Scene 1, Elesin and the praise-singer have a discussion where Elesin compares him to a jealous _______.
(a) Girl.
(b) Man.
(c) Wife.
(d) Officer.

3. What do the women of the market claim took Olunde away?
(a) A ship.
(b) The ocean.
(c) The British.
(d) The gods.

4. What phrase do Elesin and the praise-singer use to describe the afterlife?
(a) The other side.
(b) The other world.
(c) Heaven.
(d) The underworld.

5. Which word best describes Jane's feelings toward the Yoruban traditions and customs, according to the text?
(a) Horrified.
(b) Unhappy.
(c) Interested.
(d) Disappointed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Iyaloja focus on with Elesin's request for a young wife?

2. How much time has elapsed since Olunde received word of the king's death, as stated in Act 1, Scene 4?

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

4. In regards to time, how should the play be performed?

5. Which of the following is NOT included in things that Elesin loves, as described in the first scene of the play?

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