Oroonoko
Introduction + Context
Plot Summary
Detailed Summary & Analysis
1. Oroonoko in Coramantien 2. Kidnapped 3. Slavery in Suriname 4. Oroonoko’s Revolt 5. Oroonoko’s Revenge
Themes
All Themes Racism Betrayal Love and Obedience Freedom and Slavery Honor
Quotes
Characters
All Characters Prince Oroonoko Imoinda (a.k.a Clemene) Narrator (Aphra Behn) King of Coramantien Aboan Onahal Jamoan The Captain Trefry Tuscan Governor Byam Colonel Martin
Symbols
All Symbols The Royal Veil Onahal’s Pearl Earrings
Literary Devices
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Quizzes
All Quizzes 1. Oroonoko in Coramantien Quiz 2. Kidnapped Quiz 3. Slavery in Suriname Quiz 4. Oroonoko’s Revolt Quiz 5. Oroonoko’s Revenge Quiz
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Oroonoko

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Aphra Behn
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