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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Obi feel after he resists the temptation to accept Mr. Mark's bribe?
(a) He feels wonderful because he will get a good review.
(b) He feels wonderful because Clara sends a note agreeing to marry him.
(c) He feels wonderful because he resisted his first temptation to accept a bribe.
(d) He feels wonderful because Marie says he did so well in the interview.

2. 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 comments of the elders about Obi's arrogance.
(c) The President's refusal to approve Obi's request for a grace period.
(d) The President's reference to rumors about Obi's plans to marry a girl of "doubtful ancestry."

3. What is the name of Obi's houseboy?
(a) Zimonias.
(b) Zaccharia.
(c) Zebedee.
(d) Zaccheus.

4. What reason does Clara offer for saying she cannot marry Obi?
(a) She is already promised to a member of her tribe.
(b) She cannot bear him children.
(c) She is osu.
(d) She is from the outcast village of Ofuemi.

5. What immediate financial benefits does Obi receive when he receives his letter of appointment?
(a) A car advance and a £60 outfit allowance.
(b) A £50 car allowance and a uniform.
(c) A £50 lunch allowance and a uniform.
(d) A £50 study grant and a car allowance.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Obi consider doing in order to meet his mounting debts after speaking with Charles Ibe?

2. What warning does Obi's new boss give him when the two are introduced?

3. For which island is the boat heading when Jones recites, "Water, water everywhere; but not a drop to drink"?

4. Where do Clara and Obi go with Christopher and his new girlfriend, Bisi?

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

(see the answer key)

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