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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. Who sits inside Elesin's cell with him?
(a) Amusa.
(b) His bride.
(c) Pilkings.
(d) Two guards.

2. Pilkings believes that the Prince will come to the dance dressed as ____________.
(a) A coat of arms.
(b) A court jester.
(c) He will not dress up.
(d) A knight.

3. What does Pilkings believe Elesin's duty to be?
(a) Sinful.
(b) Suicide.
(c) Dangerous.
(d) Ritual murder.

4. What does Iyaloja focus on with Elesin's request for a young wife?
(a) The young woman's approval.
(b) Her own failed marriage.
(c) The wedding night.
(d) A baby.

5. Where do the women of the market claim that the "official business" is happening?
(a) The bridal tent.
(b) At the ball.
(c) At the palace.
(d) The market.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jane call the scene of splendor as Olunde gestures toward it during their argument?

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

3. In which color is the one who makes the transition dressed, as can be seen in the last scene of the play?

4. Where will the ball be taking place?

5. What does Pilkings steal from Elesin?

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