1. Where is Act 4 Scene 1 set?
Answer: Scene 1 is set in the forest and near the Royal Trees the evening after Arum Tidi’s death, during Ochongorio’s wedding celebration.
2. What is being celebrated at the beginning of Act 4 Scene 1?
Answer: The birds are celebrating the wedding of Ochongorio.
3. Who is missing from the celebration and why?
Answer: Tel Tel is missing; she is not present due to her own actions and absence from earlier plans.
4. What is the UPC (Unity Celebration Pact)?
Answer: The UPC is a unity pact planned by Oyundi and Royal Owl to bring all birds together. It is to be signed at dawn to show solidarity and collective purpose.
5. What role does Osogo play in Act 4 Scene 1?
Answer: Osogo plans to sing a song in the morning as a wake-up call for all birds, symbolizing hope and signaling the start of the rebellion.
6. How does Oyundi motivate the birds?
Answer: Oyundi tells the birds that sacrifices today will lead to a better tomorrow, urging them to stay united and follow the plan.
7. What happens in Act 4 Scene 2?
Answer: Scene 2 is set at dawn on the parliament grounds. Money Bags celebrates his achievements, confident in his control. He is warned about Oyundi’s cunning, but ignores it. A confrontation occurs between Socialite Owl and Iron Lady. Meanwhile, Osogo’s flute signals dawn, and Tel Tel escapes, creating tension for the UPC ceremony.
8. What is Money Bags’ plan regarding Oyundi?
Answer: Money Bags and Socialite Owl consider removing or harming Oyundi before the ceremony, but Money Bags fears backlash due to her support among day birds.
9. What theme is highlighted by Osogo’s flute?
Answer: Osogo’s flute represents hope, resistance, and vigilance, signaling that the owls’ control is not absolute.
10. How does Act IV build suspense for the final rebellion?
Answer: The act shows tensions rising: the UPC is about to be signed, Money Bags is overconfident, and Tel Tel escapes, setting the stage for the birds’ final challenge against the owls.