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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. In Yoruban culture, which character must lead the king throughout the afterlife?
(a) His horseman.
(b) A praise-singer.
(c) His bride.
(d) His servant.

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

3. Which word best describes Jane's feelings toward the Yoruban traditions and customs, according to the text?
(a) Disappointed.
(b) Horrified.
(c) Interested.
(d) Unhappy.

4. What type of material makes up Elesin's handcuffs?
(a) Lead.
(b) Steel.
(c) Iron.
(d) Silver.

5. Who is responsible if the Yoruban world were to fall off course?
(a) The King's Horseman.
(b) The praise-singer.
(c) The mother of the market.
(d) The British.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Amusa give his report to Officer Pilkings?

2. How does Amusa react to the taunting women in the market in Act 1, Scene 3?

3. Finish the sentence. The British involvement in this story is ______________.

4. Which of the following characters is NOT introduced in the first scene of the play?

5. What is the resident concentrating on when he sees the British officers?

(see the answer key)

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