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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where do Obi and Clara meet again eighteen months after their first meeting?
(a) On the MV Vasa.
(b) On the MV Nigeria.
(c) On the SS Lagos.
(d) On the SS Liverpool.

2. How does Obi respond to the two men he meets on his first day at work?
(a) He dislikes Mr. Green and views Mr. Omo as one of the old Africans.
(b) He ignores Mr. Green and shows respect for Mr. Omo.
(c) He instantly likes Mr. Omo and dislikes Mr. Green.
(d) He instantly likes Mr. Green and ridicules Mr. Omo.

3. How does Joseph interpret Obi's insistence on ignoring tradition and marrying Clara?
(a) His years in England have made him resentful of African customs.
(b) Obi's upbringing and education have made him a stranger in Nigeria.
(c) His education cannot prevent him from being a fool in matters of the heart.
(d) He believes his education can excuse his disregard for tradition.

4. When Obi and Clara go out for drinks with Minister of State, Okoli, what does the Minister drink?
(a) Gin and tonic.
(b) Rum and Coke.
(c) Whiskey and soda.
(d) Martinis.

5. Which veteran civil servant is assigned to teach Obi about office administration?
(a) Mr. Okoli.
(b) Mr. Umuofia.
(c) Mr. Omo.
(d) Mr. Green.

Short Answer Questions

1. What worries does Obi have about the expectations of the people at home as he makes his journey home?

2. What happens to Obi when he meets Clara for the first time?

3. What story does his father share when Obi announces he will leave early to return to Lagos?

4. What happens when Clara and Obi return and MacMillan leaves them after going ashore to Funchal?

5. With whom does Obi have breakfast on the first morning on the boat?

(see the answer key)

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