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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Obi's response when he and Clara go walking and she suddenly announces they cannot marry?
(a) He calls it nonsense.
(b) He laughts at her, knowing she is joking.
(c) He says he will pay more money for her.
(d) He thinks she is being coy.

2. When Obi and Clara go out for drinks with Minister of State, Okoli, what does the Minister drink?
(a) Rum and Coke.
(b) Martinis.
(c) Gin and tonic.
(d) Whiskey and soda.

3. As the celebration continues, how does the author use an argument about kola nuts to reveal the clash between Christian beliefs and folklore?
(a) Isaac objects when the elders want to sprinkle kola nut oil in the house.
(b) Isaac declares that although kola nuts are eaten in his Christian house, they are not sacrificed to idols.
(c) Isaac refuses to partake in the breaking of Kola nuts on Ibo's head.
(d) Ibo refuses to partake in the superstitious practices involving kola nuts.

4. What new post has Clara been offered while Obi has been dealing with his new job?
(a) Matron.
(b) Assistant Nursing Sister.
(c) Assistant Matron.
(d) Nursing Sister.

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 does one leader respond when Obi asks the UPU leaders to give him a four-month grace period before he has to start paying off his loan?

2. What two big mistakes does Obi make at the big reception that the UPU holds for Obi on Saturday?

3. Who is the judge at the trial of Obi Okonkwo as the novel opens?

4. Which two people arrive as Obi and Joseph sit in the lounge at the restaurant in Chapter 4?

5. What is Obi told about the many dead dogs in the street when he visits the slum in Lagos?

(see the answer key)

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