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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. Which character is portrayed as understanding throughout the play?
(a) Iyaloja.
(b) Amusa.
(c) Jane.
(d) Pilkings.

4. Where was the author educated?
(a) France.
(b) England.
(c) Ireland.
(d) Africa.

5. What is the name of Soyinka's novel as stated in the author's note?
(a) Season of Anatomy.
(b) Equal Seasons.
(c) The Four Seasons.
(d) Season of Colonialism.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character acts as the voice of reason throughout the play?

2. In Yoruban culture, which character must lead the king throughout the afterlife?

3. How many kingdoms are the Yoruba divided into?

4. A parallel can be seen between Pilkings and which other character in the play?

5. Finish the sentence. The British involvement in this story is ______________.

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