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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Author's Note.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following does NOT accurately describe Elesin's character?
(a) Selfish.
(b) Committed.
(c) Charismatic.
(d) Charming.

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

3. In which year did the actual occurrence described in the play take place?
(a) 1945.
(b) 1946.
(c) 1941.
(d) 1943.

4. Which character in the play would the author, Soyinka, most likely be comparable to?
(a) Amusa.
(b) Olunde.
(c) Jane.
(d) Elesin.

5. Which other nationality has also done an adaptation of this play by medium of film, as explained in the author's note?
(a) Italy.
(b) Bolivia.
(c) Germany.
(d) China.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Soyinka blame for the tragedy of the story?

2. Which genre of literature does Soyinka's work fall under?

3. The author's note primarily serves to inform all except which of the following?

4. The author states that this story illustrates a ____________________ between two cultures.

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

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