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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Olunde, the English do not _______________ what they don't understand.

2. How old is Elesin Oba by the last scene of the play?

3. What does Elesin consider to be model wifely behavior?

4. Which word best describes Elesin's feelings toward Olunde's reaction to him?

5. This character is portrayed as being selfish and ignorant of others' cultures.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Are Elesin's character traits problematic for the role he must play in the universe of the Yoruban people? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

How does Elesin explain his failure to complete his transition? How do God and intervention relate to one another in this respect?

Essay Topic 3

Which events of the play are set in a public place? Why does Soyinka do this?

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