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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 is NOT included in things that Elesin loves, as described in the first scene of the play?
(a) Fine cloth.
(b) Rich food.
(c) Women.
(d) Red wine.

2. What is the floor of the market covered with after Elesin's wedding?
(a) Velvet.
(b) Cotton.
(c) Linen.
(d) Silk.

3. As stated by the praise-singer in the play, what does a man forget when he approaches a brand new bride?
(a) The Yoruban people.
(b) His children.
(c) Himself.
(d) The mother of his children.

4. Who joins the praise-singer in his praises of Elesin in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) Olunde.
(b) Amusa.
(c) Iyaloja.
(d) The new bride.

5. 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) Italy.
(c) China.
(d) Germany.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Elesin wish to make the transition?

2. Which word best describes how Amusa is feeling when he arrives at the Yoruban village in Act 1, Scene 3?

3. To whom is Elesin's new bride betrothed?

4. Where will the ball be taking place?

5. Where do the women of the market claim that the "official business" is happening?

(see the answer key)

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