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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Throughout the play there is a correlation between the death of the power of religion as well as the death of __________.

2. To whom does Soyinka dedicate this play?

3. What type of drumming beat signifies death in the Yoruban world?

4. What type of clothes does Amusa wear, as described by another character?

5. How much time has elapsed since Olunde received word of the king's death, as stated in Act 1, Scene 4?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The British and the Yoruban people are very different in belief and practice, although some similarities do exist between each of the cultures. What do the similarities add to the story? What does Soyinka hope to do by including such similarities? Explain your reasoning.

Essay Topic 2

Olunde and Soyinka have many similarities. Compare Soyinka, the author, with Olunde and his character within the book.

Essay Topic 3

How does self-sacrifice relate to this story? What can be inferred about the views on self-sacrifice between the two cultures?

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