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

2. In which country did the original story take place?
(a) Somalia.
(b) Ethiopia.
(c) Zimbabwe.
(d) Nigeria.

3. What time is it when Pilkings finally decides to go after Elesin?
(a) 10:00 pm.
(b) 11:00 pm.
(c) 9:00 pm.
(d) Midnight.

4. At what type of school is Olunde studying?
(a) Medical.
(b) Education.
(c) Engineering.
(d) Law.

5. What do the women of the market gain possession of in their fight with the British officers?
(a) Batons.
(b) Hats.
(c) Weapons.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT included in things that Elesin loves, as described in the first scene of the play?

2. Which word best describes Iyaloja's feelings upon hearing that Elesin wishes to take a bride, according to the text?

3. Whom does Soyinka blame for the tragedy of the story?

4. What do the women of the market claim took Olunde away?

5. Which word best describes how the orchestra in playing during the ball in Act 1, Scene 4, as stated in the text?

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