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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 has Emperor Jones' appearance changed since the scene with the black figures?
(a) He is more composed and neater.
(b) He is all wet.
(c) He is dirtier and less majestic.
(d) He is practically naked.

2. What is the throne in the palace made of?
(a) Precious metals and stones.
(b) Pearls and jewels.
(c) Uncut wood.
(d) Ivory.

3. What is the tone of the scene at the edge of the forest?
(a) Humor.
(b) Panic.
(c) Contentment.
(d) Confidence.

4. What does Emperor Jones do once he sees his part in the vision in the fourth forest scene?
(a) He shoots at the prosecutor and judge.
(b) He shoots at the slave owners.
(c) He shoots the buyer and seller bidding on him.
(d) He throws the last of his clothing away.

5. What happens to the tom-tom drumming when Emperor Jones shoots at the apparition in the third forest scene?
(a) It gets quieter and less threatening.
(b) The drummer himself appears onstage.
(c) It gets closer.
(d) It changes rhythm again.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Emperor Jones feel when he realizes his part in the vision he sees in the fourth forest scene?

2. What is the first thing Emperor Jones asks Smithers?

3. When does Emperor Jones notice the tom-tom?

4. Of the people Emperor Jones sees in his vision in Act 1, Scene 4, one is in charge. What does he carry?

5. How does Emperor Jones feel when he is orienting himself in the forest?

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