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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why have Oroonoko and the slaves gathered in Act III, Scene IV?

2. What information does Lucy reveal to Welldon in Act IV, Scene I about her fortune?

3. Who speaks the line "he did deserve his Death" and about whom in Act IV, Scene II?

4. What is the widow's reaction to Welldon's statement in putting her off from marriage?

5. What does Aboan mean by the line: "...I see Love has your Heart, and takes up all your thoughts" in Act III, Scene II?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Welldon give Stanmore at the end of Act IV, Scene I, what do they talk about and what is Stanmore's reaction?

2. In Act IV, what is the situation between Welldon, Jack and Mrs. Lackitt?

3. How does Jack feel about his role in the situation between himself and Mrs.Lackitt in Act IV?

4. What does Aboan caution Oroonoko in Scene II, Act III and what does he fear has happened to Oroonoko?

5. What is the tone of the beginning of Act IV, Scene II and how do you know?

6. Describe the character Hottman in Act III.

7. In Act III, Scene III, what does Welldon suggest he do so that he and Widow Lackitt may get married?

8. What does Widow Lackitt give to Welldon in Act IV, Scene I and why? What does Welldon plan to do with this?

9. What is the situation between Daniel and Lucy in Act IV, Scene I?

10. What does Aboan say that Oroonoko does not understand in Act III Scene II?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Slavery is a main aspect in both the play and the novella. What issues of slavery are brought up in each version? What statement is being made by each author? How do you know? Research as necessary using at least one book source (not including the play or novella).

Essay Topic 2

One thing Oroonoko, the play, does well is emphasize scenes of pathos. Discuss what the term 'pathos' means and how it is emphasized in the play. Research as necessary using at least one book source (not including the play or novella) and use specific examples from the play.

Essay Topic 3

It is often said that the greatest story is a love story. The play is not without the elements of a romance. Discuss what are the elements of a romance or love story and how they are portrayed in the play. Which characters are involved and with who? Is it a comedic love or tragic? What is the message about love? Research as necessary using at least one book source (not including the play or novella) and use specific examples from the play.

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