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

2. Finish the quotation by Elesin Oba from Act 1, Scene 1. "This market is my roost. When I come among the women I am a(n) ____________ with a hundred mothers."
(a) Man.
(b) Chicken.
(c) Rooster.
(d) Cockerel.

3. Which of the following actions is NOT being performed at the beginning of the play?
(a) Stalls being emptied.
(b) Baskets being carried.
(c) Cows being milked.
(d) Mats being folded.

4. How many kingdoms are the Yoruba divided into?
(a) Not stated.
(b) 5.
(c) 6.
(d) 10.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Elesin claim his response will NOT be when death comes for him?

2. What is Elesin doing when he realizes that his last day is almost over?

3. Oyo was the ____________ kingdom in Nigeria.

4. Where was the author educated?

5. In what way is Amusa related to Elesin?

(see the answer key)

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