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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the author suggest that there is more than tennis to the relationship that Obi and Christoper have with Nora and Pat?
(a) He writes that Obi kisses Pat passionately and the Mother sees them.
(b) He writes that Obi accuses Nora and Pat of racism because they rebuff their advances.
(c) He writes that Nora rebuffs Obi's passionate kiss, saying it is a sin for Catholics.
(d) He writes that Obi and Christopher quarrel over Nora.

2. What is Obi's financial situation like as he is on his way home?
(a) He has less than he needs and owes money on John's school fees.
(b) He has enough money because of his leave pay.
(c) He has no money and will not be able to pay John's school fees.
(d) He has only John's schoool fees and some small change.

3. According to a flashback, where does Obi first meet Clara?
(a) At Joseph's house in Lagos.
(b) At Christopher's house.
(c) At his farewell prayer service in Lagos.
(d) In London.

4. What literary device does the author use in the reference to Pilate in describing Isaac's attitude to "the written word?"
(a) Historical allusion.
(b) Mythological allusion.
(c) Literary allusion.
(d) Biblical allusion.

5. Why does Obi hope to receive support from his mother for his plan to marry Clara?
(a) They have a special bond because he is the last child.
(b) They have a special bond since she cut her hand on a razor in his pocket.
(c) They have a special bond because she was the one who told him old African stories.
(d) They have a special bond because he is her only son.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the visitors at Obi's home react after he has been there a couple of days?

2. How is Obi subtly reminded of his debt to the UPU at the reception?

3. What is Obi's response when he and Clara go walking and she suddenly announces they cannot marry?

4. After his discussion with Clara and then with Joseph, how does Obi express his defiance of opposition to his marrying Clara?

5. How does Obi respond when his father broaches the subject of his relationship with Clara?

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