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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 drives the action in the Yoruban world?
(a) The king.
(b) Elesin Oba.
(c) The gods.
(d) Music.

2. What event is Pilkings excited about attending?
(a) A masque.
(b) A dance.
(c) An induction ceremony.
(d) A dinner party.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the women of the market claim took Olunde away?

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

3. What does Elesin do in response to the praise-singer's warnings?

4. In whose home does the second scene take place?

5. What does Pilkings steal from Elesin?

(see the answer key)

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