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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of drumming beat signifies death in the Yoruban world?
(a) No drumming.
(b) Fast.
(c) Steady.
(d) Slow.

2. Which word best describes how the orchestra in playing during the ball in Act 1, Scene 4, as stated in the text?
(a) Ornately.
(b) Loud.
(c) Beautifully.
(d) Badly.

3. Elesin's love and appreciation for life is ________________ for his community.
(a) Problematic.
(b) Beneficial.
(c) Dangerous.
(d) Difficult.

4. How many years has Olunde been in school thus far, as stated within the conversation in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Four.
(b) Three.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

5. For Olunde and the Yoruban people, seeing Elesin alive means that they are seeing the _____________ of the Yoruban world.
(a) Savior.
(b) Destroyer.
(c) King.
(d) Greatest miracle.

Short Answer Questions

1. A parallel can be seen between Pilkings and which other character in the play?

2. Who tells Olunde how to find Mr. and Mrs. Pilkings?

3. What does "Oba" mean?

4. What time is it when Pilkings finally decides to go after Elesin?

5. What type of outfit does Olunde wear?

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