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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. 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 likely invade Africa soon, to liberate the struggling countries.
(c) It has experienced more racially-motivated violence against whites than blacks.
(d) It will very likely have an African-American president in the next 10 years.

3. From where is Chief Nanga's second wife-to-be?
(a) Agaba.
(b) Anata.
(c) Urua.
(d) Bori.

4. What is the name of the president of the Writer's Society?
(a) Mr. Akilo.
(b) Mr. Jalio.
(c) Mr. Iganu.
(d) Mr. Samalu.

5. Why does Mrs. Nanga bring the children to Anata?
(a) To visit their relatives.
(b) To retain their heritage.
(c) To celebrate the holidays.
(d) To educate them.

Short Answer Questions

1. Chief Nanga says the standard education he received is worth more than what today?

2. Finish the quote said by Odili in Chapter 1: "For what is modesty but ________________?"

3. How many children do the Nangas have?

4. Why does Odili have his present teaching job instead of a civil-service job?

5. In what regard does John claim his country is improving?

Short Essay Questions

1. What odd contrast is revealed in Chapter 4 by Chief Nanga's interactions with Chief Kobino and the young man applying to be a chef?

2. Why is Odili's father hated?

3. Why does Odili envy Peter?

4. What does Odili wish the people could see about Chief Nanga?

5. Upon what does Odili reflect while lying in the bed of his guest suite at Chief Nanga's house?

6. Why does Chief Nanga remember Odili?

7. What is Odili's perception of Chief Nanga's concerns?

8. What is ironic about Chief Koko's reaction to drinking OHMS?

9. What two admirable qualities does Chief Nanga demonstrate in Chapter 1, and how?

10. On what does Odili focus during Chief Nanga's speech in Chapter 6?

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