LITERATURE PRACTICE QUESTIONS
Death and the Kings Horseman – Wole Soyinka
Q1. How does the arrest of Elesin by Pilkings symbolize the clash between Yoruba tradition and
British colonial values, and what impact does this conflict have on the characters?
Q2. Explore the symbolic meaning behind Olunde's sacrifice and its role in highlighting the
themes of the play. How does Soyinka use rituals to convey deeper cultural and philosophical
messages in the context of the narrative?
The Gold Watch – Mulk Raj Anand
How does the gold watch function as a symbolic representation of social inequality in the story?
Nick – Christina Rossetti
How does Nick's series of transformative wishes highlight the unpredictable consequences of
his discontent and malice?