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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. What is it that Elesin craves before his death?
(a) A prostitute.
(b) Finer cloth.
(c) Fine wine.
(d) A bed of roses.

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

3. What does Elesin claim his response will NOT be when death comes for him?
(a) "I".
(b) "Please do not take me".
(c) "Not me".
(d) "Not I".

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

5. What is proof of the new bride's virginity?
(a) Velvet cloth.
(b) White flowers.
(c) A ring.
(d) The bridal tent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What event is Pilkings excited about attending?

2. Which character in the play would the author, Soyinka, most likely be comparable to?

3. As stated by the praise-singer in the play, what does a man forget when he approaches a brand new bride?

4. To which religion does Amusa belong?

5. Where does Elesin wish to make the transition?

(see the answer key)

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