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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which word best describes how Amusa is feeling when he arrives at the Yoruban village in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) Confused.
(b) Angry.
(c) Terrified.
(d) Pleased.

2. How many constables does Amusa bring with him to arrest Elesin?
(a) None.
(b) One.
(c) Three.
(d) Two.

3. What does Elesin do in response to the praise-singer's warnings?
(a) Dance.
(b) Scold him.
(c) Cry.
(d) Scream.

4. According to Olunde, the English do not _______________ what they don't understand.
(a) Attempt to understand.
(b) Obey.
(c) Respect.
(d) Observe.

5. In what way is Amusa related to Elesin?
(a) They are friends.
(b) He is not.
(c) They are brothers.
(d) They are cousins.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pilkings say Olunde is coming to get from Elesin before he leaves?

2. What is another name for the praise-singer?

3. What is the first name of the aide-de-camp?

4. According to Soyinka, what first needs to exist before there can be a clash between two cultures?

5. At which setting does the play open?

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