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

2. Which character is portrayed as understanding throughout the play?
(a) Amusa.
(b) Iyaloja.
(c) Pilkings.
(d) Jane.

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

4. This character is portrayed as being selfish and ignorant of others' cultures.
(a) Jane.
(b) Amusa.
(c) Bob.
(d) Pilkings.

5. What is Amusa's character ruled by, as can be seen toward the middle of Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) Humiliation.
(b) Anger.
(c) Pain.
(d) Fear.

Short Answer Questions

1. As stated by the praise-singer in the play, what does a man forget when he approaches a brand new bride?

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

3. To whom is Elesin's new bride betrothed?

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

5. In whose home does the second scene take place?

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