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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Odili have his present teaching job instead of a civil-service job?
(a) Money.
(b) Underqualification.
(c) Autonomy.
(d) A girl.

2. When does Odili's mother die?
(a) At childbirth.
(b) When he was 1.
(c) She is still alive.
(d) When he was 3.

3. How does Odili manage to talk to Edna alone in Chapter 9?
(a) He invites her to Mrs. Nanga's house.
(b) He gives her a ride to the hospital.
(c) He tells her has an important message from Chief Nanga.
(d) He gives her father a small piece of gold.

4. What does Odili do when he realizes that his host has shamed him?
(a) Packs his suitcases.
(b) Sets the house on fire.
(c) Kicks in the door.
(d) Weeps uncontrollably.

5. Who arrives at Chief Nanga's house at the beginning of Chapter 5?
(a) Jean.
(b) Mrs. Akilo.
(c) The Prime Minister.
(d) Chief Kobino.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Chief Nanga's previous occupation?

2. From where does Chief Nanga get his bus-investment money?

3. How has Odili's view towards Edna changed by the start of Chapter 11?

4. How many girls does Chief Nanga promise Odili?

5. Who does Odili ask Andrew about after the latter knocks at his door?

(see the answer key)

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