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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Blanford bring Aboan to Oroonoko?
(a) To teach Aboan a lesson.
(b) To show Oroonoko the way of slavery.
(c) To gain Aboan's trust.
(d) To gain Oroonoko's trust.

2. Who is the third character to make an appearance in Act I, Scene I?
(a) Oroonoko.
(b) Charlotte.
(c) Widow Lackitt.
(d) Stanmore.

3. What does Widow Lackitt want Welldon to do as she exits Act III, Scene III?
(a) Follow her to her bedroom and lie with her.
(b) Follow her to his bedroom and lie with her.
(c) Follow her to the library for a chat.
(d) Follow her to her bedroom for a chat.

4. Why is Lucy's sister dressed as a man?
(a) To find a husband for Lucy.
(b) To entice women out of their wealth.
(c) To make proper claim to property.
(d) To find a husband for herself.

5. Which word best describes Oroonoko's plan for the slaves in Act III, Scene IV?
(a) Doubtful.
(b) Violent.
(c) Haphazard.
(d) Peaceful.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Oroonoko say Imoinda has made him a coward?

2. Why have Oroonoko and the slaves gathered in Act III, Scene IV?

3. What does Daniel make his mother promise near the end of Act II, Scene I?

4. What does Daniel say Lucy can call him?

5. What does the line "I am afraid You'll find it difficult, and dangerous" refer to in Act III, Scene IV?

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