Never Look an American in the Eye: A Memoir of Flying Turtles, Colonial Ghosts, and the Making of a Nigerian American Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What effect does reading African writers have on Ndibe? (from English Dreams, Communist Fantasies, and American Wrestling)

He decides to write a novel.

He learns about African accomplishments and develops pride in his identity.

He becomes determined to meet Achebe.

He loses interest in American culture.

2.

Why does the phone conversation between Christopher Chidebe and John Tucker seem devoid of emotion? (from An African Folktale, a Wall Street Lesson - A Dying Father, Dreams of Burma and England)

They are afraid to express emotion in front of Ndibe.

Neither have anything to say.

Their friendship was never genuine.

Both men prefer to communicate in writing.

3.

How does Ndibe characterize Soyinka's writing? (from Wole Soyinka Saves My Christmas – Acknowledgements)

It avoids political subjects and therefore is morally irresponsible.

It is difficult but rewarding to read due to its complex ideas about history and justice.

Its excessive use of neologisms and ellipses makes it inferior to Achebe's.

It is remarkably accessible and a good opportunity to introduce Nigerian issues to the international community.

4.

What does Ndibe think about Americans' love of their dogs? (from Writing, Reading, Food, Some Ass Kicking - A Brand-New American)

He wishes he could feel the same way, but he is too scared of dogs.

He looks down on Americans for fetishizing dogs.

He appreciates how it is different from the way Nigerians think about dogs.

He becomes a dog lover, too.

5.

What does Ndibe think when Chris says there are no airports in Africa? (from Are You Okay? - On a Croc’s Back, America-bound)

He is horrified by Chris's ignorance.

He thinks Chris is mocking him.

He decides it is his responsibility to teach Chris the truth.

He assumes Chris is joking.

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