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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Emperor Jones foolish to have fired his gun in the forest?
(a) The natives will know where he is.
(b) He is wasting his last remaining bullets.
(c) He is ruining the palace.
(d) He is killing natives and angering native leaders.

2. What kind of gun does Emperor Jones carry?
(a) Hunting rifle.
(b) Long-barreled revolver.
(c) Submachine gun.
(d) AK-47.

3. How does the beat of the tom-tom change at the end of Act 1, Scene 5?
(a) It is practically on stage.
(b) It is getting quieter and quieter.
(c) It is almost frenzied.
(d) It is closer and quicker than before.

4. Which rhetorical term describes Emperor Jones' request for assistance?
(a) Dissimilation.
(b) Peroration.
(c) Declamation.
(d) Supplication.

5. Of the people Emperor Jones sees in his vision in Act 1, Scene 4, one is in charge. What does he carry?
(a) A pick.
(b) Dice.
(c) A shovel.
(d) A whip.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Smithers say that Emperor Jones came into his position?

2. What is the throne in the palace made of?

3. What does Jeff say when Emperor Jones speaks to him?

4. Emperor Jones sees figures in the forest. What do they seem to know?

5. Where have all the natives gone when the play is just beginning?

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