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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. At first, how does Jonathan respond to the thief leader's suggestion to call someone else for help?
(a) He does not respond.
(b) In fear.
(c) Pleadingly.
(d) In anger.

2. In his attempt to negotiate, how does Jonathan address the thief and his men?
(a) "My brothers."
(b) "My comrades."
(c) "My friends."
(d) "Happy survivors."

3. How much money does Jonathan say that he has?
(a) 20 pounds.
(b) 25 shillings.
(c) 50 pounds.
(d) 100 shillings.

4. Jonathan opens a small ___ box with a key to get the money out.
(a) Keepsake.
(b) Metal.
(c) Woven.
(d) Wooden.

5. What does the thief leader do based on Jonathan's response to his suggestion?
(a) He bangs on the door harder.
(b) He gets angry.
(c) He repeats his question.
(d) He laughs.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Jonathan responds to thief leader's suggestion now the thief leader wants to talk "____."

2. What does Jonathan tell the thief he can have if he can find it in the house?

3. Jonathan begged the thief leader to ____ again and to hurry up and go.

4. What or who came immediately after the cry of alarm?

5. Who helped the thief do what he offered?

Short Essay Questions

1. After going to bed, what happens before Jonathan is suddenly awakened?

2. Who is awake with Jonathan?

3. What is significant about Jonathan's eldest being up and about at first light?

4. How does Achebe show possible military corruption in the story when the thief is offering to call for help on behalf of the Iwegbu family?

5. Why do the men with the thief leader disagree with him?

6. Who comes to Jonathan's home at first light and what do they see?

7. Why is the Iwegbu family already in a normal routine instead of lamenting their loss?

8. What does Jonathan realize as he prepares to negotiate with the leader thief?

9. How does the thieves' leader describe his and his men's intentions?

10. Who do the thieves call to help the family?

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