Oroonoko - Character and Themes Quiz

How does Aphra Behn often begin her sentences in Oroonoko?

Question Answer Choices With conjunctions like 'but' With rhetorical questions With adjectives describing characters With direct quotes from characters

What is one way in which Aphra Behn's portrayal of Oroonoko is romanticized?

Question Answer Choices She lavishes an almost worshipful description of his physical majesty, prowess, and sexual potency. She depicts him as having magical powers that protect him from harm. She describes his ability to communicate with animals and nature spirits. She portrays him as a king who rules over a vast and wealthy empire.

What is a notable characteristic of Aphra Behn's writing style in Oroonoko?

Question Answer Choices Over wordy vocabulary Minimalist dialogue Simple sentence structure Sparse descriptions

What is one historically accurate element in 'Oroonoko'?

Question Answer Choices Oroonoko is able to communicate with the native animals of Suriname. Oroonoko, a West African prince, sells his prisoners of war to European colonialists. Oroonoko and Imoinda are reunited and live peacefully in Suriname. Oroonoko becomes king of Suriname and leads a successful revolution.

What is an example of a spiritual conflict in Oroonoko?

Question Answer Choices Oroonoko's conflict with the English captain who enslaved him. Oroonoko's decision to lead a rebellion against the slave owners. Oroonoko's struggle to escape from slavery. Oroonoko's decision to kill his wife, Imoinda, to spare her from torture.

How does Oroonoko end up in Suriname?

Question Answer Choices He voluntarily travels there to seek new opportunities. He is captured by rival African tribes and sold to the Europeans. He is tricked by an English captain who claps chains of iron upon him when his mind is addled with drink. He escapes from his homeland to avoid a war.

What heroic action does Oroonoko take to ensure his child is not born into slavery?

Question Answer Choices He leads a rebellion against the plantation owners. He hides Imoinda in a safe place until the baby is born. He negotiates with the plantation owners for their freedom. He arranges for their escape and rouses other enslaved people to join them.

What tendency does Aphra Behn show in her sentence structure in Oroonoko?

Question Answer Choices Long sentences with many commas and semicolons Use of modern slang Frequent use of exclamation marks Short sentences with simple words

What name is Oroonoko given when he is enslaved in Surinam?

Question Answer Choices Alexander Achilles Caesar Hercules

What does Oroonoko do to inspire his people during battle in his native country?

Question Answer Choices He promises them freedom if they win the battle. He delivers a rousing speech before the battle begins. He uses strategic tactics to outsmart the enemy. He fights with such courage and strength that he inspires his men to fight harder and achieve victory.