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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The author states that this story illustrates a ____________________ between two cultures.
(a) Misunderstanding.
(b) Coming together.
(c) Confrontation.
(d) Clash.

2. The British had several Yoruban religious practices ______________.
(a) Under contract.
(b) Within the city limits.
(c) Convicted.
(d) Outlawed.

3. Which character acts as the voice of reason throughout the play?
(a) Olunde.
(b) Pilkings.
(c) Iyaloja.
(d) Jane.

4. Where is most of the play set?
(a) Elesin's palace.
(b) The cellar.
(c) The ball.
(d) The marketplace.

5. What does Elesin do in response to the praise-singer's warnings?
(a) Cry.
(b) Scold him.
(c) Scream.
(d) Dance.

Short Answer Questions

1. Elesin's love and appreciation for life is ________________ for his community.

2. The characters in the play are _________________.

3. How many kingdoms are the Yoruba divided into?

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

5. What phrase do Elesin and the praise-singer use to describe the afterlife?

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