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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the circumstances surrounding Clara's hospitalization contribute to Obi's eventual downfall?
(a) They cause him to leave Clara and become more careless about money, finally accepting a bribe.
(b) They lead to his mother's death and Obi's decision to return to England.
(c) They lead to their break-up and the worsening of his financial situation.
(d) They lead to Clara's death, more expenses, and his loss of hope.

2. According to the Vice-President, who "eats" most bribes in Nigeria?
(a) Black men.
(b) White men.
(c) Black men and white men are equally involved.
(d) Black politicians.

3. Why is the courtroom packed with spectators at Obi Okonkwo's trial?
(a) Because he has such a prominent position in the civil service.
(b) Because of Obi's prominence as a young scholar educated at the expense of many poor Africans.
(c) Because he has taken so many bribes.
(d) Because he is a member of prominent political party.

4. What cynical feeling does Obi have about seeing how insistent the Marks family is on doing whatever it takes for Elsie to get a scholarship?
(a) A degree can turn a clerk into a European.
(b) A degree can turn a clerk into a senior civil servant at £570 plus amenities--the next best thing to being a white man.
(c) A degree can make a clerk into what all Nigerians dream of becoming--more like the white man.
(d) A degree can turn a clerk into a senior civil servant with a high salary--the next best thing to being European.

5. How does Obi's distraction about the situation with his family affect his journey back to Lagos?
(a) He decides to drive carefully so he can plan what to do.
(b) He drives recklessly because of his anger.
(c) He drives quickly because he is anxious to get back to Clara.
(d) He drives in a daze and almost has a head-on collision.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what kind of leave does Obi apply when he has to go home to deal with the news he receives?

2. Who is Obi's new boss?

3. How does Joseph respond upon hearing that Obi has purchased a ring for Clara?

4. According to the stories shared by Obi and Joseph, to which international leader did Obi write a letter while in school?

5. While Obi tries to concentrate on work despite bad news from home, what comment about a Nigerian student does Mr. Green make while dictating a letter to Marie Tomlinson?

(see the answer key)

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