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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Oyo is a _______________.
(a) City.
(b) Character.
(c) Religion.
(d) Kingdom.

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

3. Which word best describes Iyaloja's feelings upon hearing that Elesin wishes to take a bride, according to the text?
(a) Pleased.
(b) Grieved.
(c) Angry.
(d) Upset.

4. What does Joseph hear in Act 1, Scene 2 that confuses him?
(a) Singing.
(b) Drumming.
(c) Strange instrumentation.
(d) Crying.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Jane influences Pilkings through ____________.

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

3. The praise singer can be seen as a symbol of ________________.

4. This term best describes Elesin's reaction/feeling toward Iyaloja's response after Elesin requests a wife.

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

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