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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Elesin claim his response will NOT be when death comes for him?
(a) "Not me".
(b) "Not I".
(c) "I".
(d) "Please do not take me".

2. Where will the ball be taking place?
(a) Outside at the marketplace.
(b) Under the stars.
(c) The colonial residency.
(d) Pilkings' house.

3. Which word best describes Olunde's reaction to his father's death?
(a) Upset.
(b) Calm.
(c) Sad.
(d) Angry.

4. The characters in the play are _________________.
(a) Metaphorical.
(b) Historical characters.
(c) Based on Yoruban heros.
(d) Soyinka's creations.

5. Which position is the soldier in that Olunde admires?
(a) Officer.
(b) Sergeant.
(c) Captain.
(d) Foot soldier.

Short Answer Questions

1. 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."

2. Which character is portrayed as understanding throughout the play?

3. The drum heard in Act 1, Scene 3 signifies that the king's _____________ has been killed.

4. Which word best describes Jane's feelings toward the Yoruban traditions and customs, according to the text?

5. Which of the following actions is NOT being performed at the beginning of the play?

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