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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the author's note, Soyinka states that Elesin Oba is the _____________ in the eyes of the Yoruban people.
(a) Universe.
(b) Salvation.
(c) Horseman.
(d) King.

2. Which of the following is NOT included in things that Elesin loves, as described in the first scene of the play?
(a) Women.
(b) Red wine.
(c) Rich food.
(d) Fine cloth.

3. Oyo is a _______________.
(a) Religion.
(b) Character.
(c) City.
(d) Kingdom.

4. In regards to time, how should the play be performed?
(a) Slowly.
(b) Following the Yoruban time schedule.
(c) Large breaks between scenes.
(d) Without interval.

5. What is the name of Soyinka's novel as stated in the author's note?
(a) Season of Anatomy.
(b) The Four Seasons.
(c) Season of Colonialism.
(d) Equal Seasons.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is responsible if the Yoruban world were to fall off course?

2. The author states that this story illustrates a ____________________ between two cultures.

3. In Act 1, Scene 1, Elesin and the praise-singer have a discussion where Elesin compares him to a jealous _______.

4. The praise singer can be seen as a symbol of ________________.

5. Whom does Soyinka blame for the tragedy of the story?

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