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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What is the most likely reason Imoinda / Clemene agree to Oroonoko / Caesar's plan? (from Pages 62 - 81)

She thinks that to disagree with him is a betrayal of their true love for, and trust in, each other.

She agrees with him that it's more dignified for both her and her child to die than to live in slavery.

She was wounded in the battle in the forest and thinks she's going to die anyway.

She agrees with him that this is the final act of rebellion against the control of Trefry.

2.

Which character in this section might be described as the most destructively untrustworthy character in the story? (from Pages 62 - 81)

Byam.

Trefry.

Caesar.

Imoinda.

3.

Why is Oroonoko welcomed when he returns to the King's palace? (from Pages 26 – 33)

He has sworn everlasting loyalty to the King.

He has promised never again to be with Imoinda.

He has admirably forsworn an inappropriate love.

He has won an important victory in battle.

4.

What is The Otan? (from Pages 14 – 16)

The closely guarded area of the palance where Oroonoko and the other soldiers are housed.

The closely guarded area of the palace where the servants life.

The closely guarded area of the palace where the King keeps his treasure.

The closely guarded area of the palace where the King keeps his wives.

5.

Who is the slave that challenges Caesar about his plan for escape, and why? (from Pages 47 - 66)

Onahal: she is afraid of what could happen to Imoinda.

Aboan: he is afraid of what could happen to Onahal.

Imoinda: she is afraid of what will happen to her unborn child.

Tuscan: he is afraid of what could happen to his family.

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