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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to Obi when he meets Clara for the first time?
(a) He is tongue-tied and steps on her feet while dancing.
(b) He is completely rebuffed by her.
(c) He is interested but cannot pursue her because he already has a date.
(d) He overlooks her beauty and only realizes he is interested in her after she is gone.

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

3. How does Joseph respond upon hearing that Obi has purchased a ring for Clara?
(a) He asks him to consider his poor parents who are going to be disappointed.
(b) He asks Obi to consider future generations and those who paid for his education
(c) He asks him to consider the poor people who paid for his education.
(d) He asks him to consider the effect on the future of both Clara and himself.

4. What causes Obi to storm out of the December UPU meeting in anger, intending not to return?
(a) The revelation that Obi has already been living above his means.
(b) The President's refusal to approve Obi's request for a grace period.
(c) The comments of the elders about Obi's arrogance.
(d) The President's reference to rumors about Obi's plans to marry a girl of "doubtful ancestry."

5. Who is Obi's new boss?
(a) Mr. Okoli.
(b) Mr. Green.
(c) Mr. Omo.
(d) Mr. Umuofia.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the author's comments, why are some people's faces sullen as they wait to greet travelers returning?

2. What is Obi's response when he and Clara go walking and she suddenly announces they cannot marry?

3. Although Clara is businesslike when she visits Obi's cabin, what gives him hope that she is interested?

4. According to a flashback, where does Obi first meet Clara?

5. What complaint does Obi make to Joseph about treatment he receives from the police when he goes out driving with Clara?

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