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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following characters is NOT introduced in the first scene of the play?
(a) Elesin.
(b) Olohun-iyo.
(c) Iyaloja.
(d) Amusa.

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

3. What is Olunde's suicide weapon as stated in the author's note?
(a) Poison.
(b) Not stated.
(c) Handcuffs.
(d) Chains.

4. In regards to time, how should the play be performed?
(a) Following the Yoruban time schedule.
(b) Large breaks between scenes.
(c) Slowly.
(d) Without interval.

5. The British had several Yoruban religious practices ______________.
(a) Within the city limits.
(b) Outlawed.
(c) Convicted.
(d) Under contract.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a masque, as stated within the text?

2. What is proof of the new bride's virginity?

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

4. Iyaloja works to enforce what is good for __________.

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

(see the answer key)

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