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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. The word “biko” carries which of the following meanings in the text?
(a) Sorry.
(b) Come again.
(c) Thank you.
(d) Please.

2. Which of the following makes of car does Ezeka drive?
(a) Lincoln.
(b) Mercedes-Benz.
(c) BMW.
(d) Jaguar.

3. Which of the following does Olanna’s mother’s servant attempt to steal?
(a) Rice.
(b) Corn.
(c) Wheat.
(d) Barley.

4. Which of the following nations is reported to recognize an independent Biafra?
(a) Tunisia.
(b) Togo.
(c) Tanzania.
(d) Sudan.

5. Which of the following does Odenigbo pull from a Red Cross package?
(a) Pepper.
(b) Salt.
(c) Paprika.
(d) Comino.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following does Olanna read as she makes to return to Nsukka after Odenigbo’s infidelity?

2. For which of the following does Olanna note Odenigbo works?

3. In which of the following does Richard report meeting Ojukwu?

4. To which of the following hospitals does Olanna take Baby?

5. The phrase “onye ocha” carries what meaning in the text?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Olanna note the upstairs living room in her parents’ house is called the ladies’ parlor?

2. What, ultimately, is the obunigwe?

3. What lures Ugwu outside the first time a conscription attempt is made on him?

4. What reasoning is given for resisting Ugwu as a teacher?

5. Why does Richard confess his perfidy to Kainene?

6. For what does Olanna upbraid her father at her mother’s request?

7. What event spurs Olanna to move back in with Odenigbo?

8. What reason is given for the lack of supplies at the relief center?

9. What reasons does Ugwu give for wanting to see an Indian film after the festival with Richard?

10. Why does Ugwu note he has been forbidden from going outside?

(see the answer keys)

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