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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. How many constables does Amusa bring with him to arrest Elesin?
(a) None.
(b) One.
(c) Three.
(d) Two.

2. Soyinka's story is based upon ______.
(a) Historical events.
(b) Factual information.
(c) Yoruban myth.
(d) Creation myths of Nigeria.

3. What does Elesin consider to be model wifely behavior?
(a) Speaking in defense of her husband.
(b) Love.
(c) Caring for children.
(d) Silence.

4. During what major event did Soyinka decide to set her play around?
(a) During the U.S. occupancy of the Philippines.
(b) World War I.
(c) The assassination of Franz Ferdinand.
(d) World War II.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What time is it when Pilkings finally decides to go after Elesin?

3. To which religion does Amusa belong?

4. What event is Pilkings excited about attending?

5. Who is supposed to make an important appearance later in the evening?

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