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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: "Morning".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which word could reasonably be used to describe Lakunle's way of talking?
(a) Pessimistic.
(b) Respectful.
(c) Cheerful.
(d) Condescending.

2. How did Sidi meet the "lost Traveller"?
(a) He passed out from drinking and Sidi is the one her found him.
(b) He fell in the river trying to sneak a picture of Sidi bathing.
(c) His car broke down and he stopped Sidi to ask for help.
(d) He came to the village on assignment for his magazine and Sidi was pointed out as the "jewel" of the village.

3. How do the villagers feel about Lakunle?
(a) They admire his education but think that he is corrupt.
(b) They think he has done great things for their village.
(c) They think he is strange and full of silly, pretentious ideas.
(d) They respect and fear him.

4. What are the village school children learning when the play opens?
(a) A Nigerian folktale.
(b) English greetings.
(c) The times tables.
(d) The English alphabet.

5. What is Sidi carrying in the opening of the play?
(a) A magazine.
(b) Books.
(c) Rice.
(d) Water.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sidi suggest that Lakunle should do if he does not like the village?

2. When Lakunle lists a large number of adjectives to describe their marriage customs, Sidi asks, "Is the bag empty? Why did you stop?" What literary technique is being used, here?

3. Who plays the role of Baroka in the "dance of the lost Traveller"?

4. What is the name of the village?

5. Why is Baroka jealous of Sidi?

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