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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. What do the women of the market carry as they enter Elesin's cell?
(a) Amusa.
(b) A pyre.
(c) Olunde.
(d) A coffin.

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

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

4. Where does Elesin wish to make the transition?
(a) The market.
(b) The palace.
(c) Out in the wilderness.
(d) His home.

5. Whom does Elesin want by his side at his death?
(a) The praise-singer.
(b) His son.
(c) His wife.
(d) Iyaloja.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. The author's note primarily serves to inform all except which of the following?

3. What do the women of the market threaten to remove from Amusa if he refuses to leave?

4. To which religion does Amusa belong?

5. At which setting does the play open?

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