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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-11.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. From which university has Christopher received his degree?
(a) University of Oxford.
(b) University of London.
(c) University of Cambridge.
(d) London School of Economics.
2. How is Obi subtly reminded of his debt to the UPU at the reception?
(a) The Chairman ays that the sooner Obi gets work, the sooner he can meet his obligations.
(b) The secretary speaks of the honor Obi has brought them and refers to the obligation to pay back the investment.
(c) The Chairman bluntlyreminds Obi that in order for others to get the chance he received, he must be responsible about his debt.
(d) The Chairman asks Obi if he has made a budget and a schedule for repaying his loan.
3. Why is Obi's description of the streets and market in the Lagos slum ironic?
(a) It has not changed in all the years Obi has been away.
(b) It is nothing like his life in England.
(c) It is the same life to which Obi must return after being educated.
(d) It is a far cry from the sweet Nigeria about which he writes a nostalgic poem in England.
4. What is special about Obi's arrival in Onitsha, a few miles from his village?
(a) Village elders send a pleasure car to meet him on this special occasion.
(b) His father hires a bus to take all the relatives to meet him.
(c) Everyone stays home from school and work to meet Obi.
(d) Obi's visit causes a few stares but most people go about their normal business.
5. Why does the UPU want Obi to study law in England?
(a) To help them to defend those charged with bribery.
(b) To help them with land cases.
(c) To help members with inheritance cases.
(d) To groom him for future political leadership.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why does Obi send for Charles Ibe when he sees his financial situation worsening?
2. What descriptive passage communicates the setting and culture in the Onitsha market?
3. What expensive gadget owned by Okoli does Obi admire?
4. What reason does Clara offer for saying she cannot marry Obi?
5. By using the expression "Augean stable", what literary device is the author using?
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