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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 does Jane call the scene of splendor as Olunde gestures toward it during their argument?
(a) Therapy.
(b) Decadence.
(c) Beauty.
(d) Life.

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

3. In what style is the dialogue of the play written?
(a) Free verse.
(b) Villanelle.
(c) Iambic pentameter.
(d) Heroic couplets.

4. Which word best describes how Amusa is feeling when he arrives at the Yoruban village in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) Pleased.
(b) Confused.
(c) Angry.
(d) Terrified.

5. Pilkings believes that the Prince will come to the dance dressed as ____________.
(a) A knight.
(b) A court jester.
(c) He will not dress up.
(d) A coat of arms.

Short Answer Questions

1. Oyo was the ____________ kingdom in Nigeria.

2. How many deaths occur within the story?

3. At what type of school is Olunde studying?

4. In what way is Amusa related to Elesin?

5. Which of the following does NOT accurately describe Elesin's character?

(see the answer key)

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