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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What does "Oba" mean?
2. Which character in the play would the author, Soyinka, most likely be comparable to?
3. Which character acts as the voice of reason throughout the play?
4. Soyinka's story is based upon ______.
5. Finish the quotation by Elesin Oba from Act 1, Scene 1. "This market is my roost. When I come among the women I am a(n) ____________ with a hundred mothers."
Short Essay Questions
1. In Act 1, Scene 1 the praise-singer talks to Elesin about how the Yoruban people have not betrayed their culture, even in the midst of the British occupation. What does the praise-singer claim is the only way the Yoruban people will fail?
2. How does Elesin Oba represent the universe in the eyes of the Yoruban people?
3. What does Amusa's note say in the dance of Act 1, Scene 4? Why does Amusa write the note?
4. Which agenda seems the most important to Pilkings in Act 1, Scene 2?
5. Why does Amusa fail in arresting Elesin?
6. Explain the opening scene of Act 1, Scene 1. What do you find out about Elesin Oba?
7. Describe Elesin Oba's character, as presented by Soyinka.
8. What is the job of the praise-singer?
9. How does Elesin become aware that it is time for his own death?
10. How do the Yoruban people maintain their link to the king?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
How does Elesin Oba rationalize marrying the young girl to the women of the Market? Why does Iyaloja specifically believe marriage is a bad idea for Elesin, considering the journey he must make?
Essay Topic 2
The role of women within the story is very muted, except for Iyaloja, who plays a critical role in the play as the voice of reason. What does the play suggest about the women's roles in each culture? How does Iyaloja's role deviate from the typical social construct of the time?
Essay Topic 3
How does Elesin's love of the Marketplace work to symbolize his love and appreciation for life? Explain using in-text citations.
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