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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What, in Chief Nanga's days as a scoutmaster, is considered the "very acme of sophistication"?
(a) A white helmet.
(b) Reading English books.
(c) A white sash.
(d) A red dress.

2. What is Odili's father's first name?
(a) Ezekiel.
(b) Hezekiah.
(c) Onata.
(d) Josiah.

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

4. How many wives does Odili's father have before marrying Odili's mother?
(a) Five.
(b) Three.
(c) One.
(d) Two.

5. What is John's most interesting claim about the his country?
(a) It has not conquered other countries despite having the power to do so.
(b) It will very likely have an African-American president in the next 10 years.
(c) It will likely invade Africa soon, to liberate the struggling countries.
(d) It has experienced more racially-motivated violence against whites than blacks.

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes Odili's division from his father?

2. In what year does Odili become disillusioned with the POP?

3. When do Jean and Odili leave Jean's house?

4. From what country does the other black man among the foreigners in Chapter 5 come?

5. How does Jean look at Chief Nanga?

(see the answer key)

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