The Lion and the Jewel - Morning Quiz

What does Sidi's photograph on the cover of the book symbolize to her?

Question Answer Choices Her relationship with the photographer Her beauty compared to other women Her future wealth and prosperity Her rising status in the village

What does Lakunle criticize Sidi for in the morning scene of 'The Lion and the Jewel'?

Question Answer Choices Her refusal to marry him and her hairstyle Her friendship with Baroka and her lack of interest in modern technology Her habit of singing loudly and her reluctance to attend school Her traditional clothing and carrying a pail of water on her head

Why does Sidi want Lakunle to pay the bride price?

Question Answer Choices To prove his love for her To gain the approval of Baroka To follow the traditions of her family To ensure that she does not become a laughingstock in the village

What does Lakunle believe about the bride price custom?

Question Answer Choices He believes it is too expensive He believes it is necessary He believes it is degrading He believes it is outdated

How do the villagers react when Baroka appears during the dance?

Question Answer Choices They run away in fear They continue dancing without noticing him They kneel in a gesture of respect They cheer and clap for him

What does Sidi suggest Lakunle should do after mocking his ideas?

Question Answer Choices Leave the village and never return Go to cities like Lagos and Badagry to talk to other women Write a book about his ideas Speak to the village elders about his ideas

What does Lakunle call Sidi when she rejects his kiss?

Question Answer Choices Ignorant and naive girl Traditional and conservative girl Stubborn and foolish girl Uncivilized and primitive—bush girl!

How does Sidi feel about Lakunle's poetic language?

Question Answer Choices She finds it romantic She ignores it completely She is deeply moved by it She becomes impatient with it

What activity does Sidi lead the village children in?

Question Answer Choices A game of hide and seek A storytelling session The dance of the Lost Traveller A traditional song

What does Lakunle believe will replace women who pound yam?

Question Answer Choices Electric stoves Machines Men Modern kitchens