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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. The messenger should be denied _______ he asks for.
(a) The life.
(b) Everything.
(c) Women.
(d) Nothing.

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

4. What is the name of Soyinka's novel as stated in the author's note?
(a) The Four Seasons.
(b) Season of Colonialism.
(c) Equal Seasons.
(d) Season of Anatomy.

5. How does Elesin feel regarding Pilkings helping Olunde go to school?
(a) Pleased.
(b) Sad.
(c) Angry.
(d) Happy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which type of musical instrument remains prominent throughout the play?

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

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

4. In addition to the Yoruban religion, there are several references made to this particular religion throughout the play.

5. Which other nationality has also done an adaptation of this play by medium of film, as explained in the author's note?

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