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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To whom is Elesin's new bride betrothed?
(a) Elesin.
(b) Olunde.
(c) Iyaloja's son.
(d) Iyaloja's brother.

2. In what way is Amusa related to Elesin?
(a) He is not.
(b) They are brothers.
(c) They are friends.
(d) They are cousins.

3. .The praise-singer could also be seen as _______________.
(a) A god.
(b) Elesin's best friend.
(c) Elesin's soul.
(d) Elesin's conscience.

4. In which country did the original story take place?
(a) Somalia.
(b) Nigeria.
(c) Ethiopia.
(d) Zimbabwe.

5. Elesin's love and appreciation for life is ________________ for his community.
(a) Beneficial.
(b) Problematic.
(c) Dangerous.
(d) Difficult.

Short Answer Questions

1. In which year did the actual occurrence described in the play take place?

2. How many deaths occur within the story?

3. During what major event did Soyinka decide to set her play around?

4. Which of the following characters is NOT introduced in the first scene of the play?

5. Which of the following actions is NOT being performed at the beginning of the play?

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