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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What incident foreshadowed Tuscan's decision to reconcile with Byam, and why? (from Pages 62 - 81)

Tuscan's being whipped after returning to Farham: in both cases, he showed extreme strength of character.

Tuscan's reluctance to join the slave rebellion: in both cases, he wants to do well by his family.

Tuscan's reluctance to join the slave rebellion: in both cases, he wants to destroy Caesar's authority.

Tuscan's decision to keep fighting in the forest: in both cases, he showed extreme courage.

2.

The actions and attitudes of Deputy Governor Byam in this section are clear echoes of actions and attitudes of which character from earlier in the story? (from Pages 62 - 81)

The slave captain.

Jamoan.

Aboan.

Onahal.

3.

What is the most likely reason that Caesar stays in the forest? (from Pages 62 - 81)

He is afraid of being caught and executed by Trefry.

He can't bring himself to leave the body of his beloved.

He is afraid of his anger getting the better of him and causing him to kill Tuscan.

He is waiting for the right time to kill himself so he can die next to Imoinda.

4.

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

He has promised never again to be with Imoinda.

He has won an important victory in battle.

He has admirably forsworn an inappropriate love.

He has sworn everlasting loyalty to the King.

5.

Which character takes great pleasure out of having Caesar and Clemene come to visit? (from Pages 47 - 66)

Tuscan.

Mr. Trefry.

The Lord Governor.

The narrator.

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