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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Okei feels the person who is going to marry Kwutelu will need what?

2. How long do Kwutelu and her guests discuss the dismal situation with some of the boys in the village lately?

3. In this encounter at the stream, Kwutelu also accuses Okei and Nduka of doing what?

4. Okei wakes earlier than the others in the compound following Kwutelu's injury, and he does what?

5. What does the group that is approaching Okei and Nduka at the stream begin to do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The theme of elders being wise and demonstrating their knowledge and good judgment is advanced in what manner? How does this contrast with elders being human and making mistakes?

Essay Topic 2

What event initially takes place in Chapter 3 that brings Obi Agiliga and Obi Uwechue to smile at each other? What are the different incidents that occur throughout the book which bring the elders to chuckle to themselves, laugh, wink, or smile at each other?

Essay Topic 3

Dr. Buchi Emecheta introduces the reader to the central character, Okei, in the initial chapter. Who is Okei? How does the story center on him? What background does the author provide regarding this individual?

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