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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 type of device plays the music in the Pilkings' home in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Gramophone.
(b) Harpsicord.
(c) Radio.
(d) Piano.

2. What is a masque, as stated within the text?
(a) A Yoruban wedding.
(b) A Yoruban death ritual.
(c) Costumed dance.
(d) A British festival.

3. What is the first name of the aide-de-camp?
(a) Bob.
(b) Simon.
(c) George.
(d) Joe.

4. What do the women of the market threaten to remove from Amusa if he refuses to leave?
(a) His pants.
(b) His coat.
(c) His hat.
(d) His knickers.

5. How much time has elapsed since Olunde received word of the king's death, as stated in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) One week.
(b) One month.
(c) Two months.
(d) Three months.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which word best describes Iyaloja's feelings upon hearing that Elesin wishes to take a bride, according to the text?

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

3. In the author's note, Soyinka states that Elesin Oba is the _____________ in the eyes of the Yoruban people.

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

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

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