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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What two big mistakes does Obi make at the big reception that the UPU holds for Obi on Saturday?
(a) He dresses casually and makes too simple a speech.
(b) He overdresses and talks too much.
(c) He dresses casually and is heard speaking Ibo.
(d) He dresses well but his speech is long and boring.

2. According to the author's comments, why are some people's faces sullen as they wait to greet travelers returning?
(a) A returning son has divorced his wife.
(b) A returning son has married a white woman.
(c) A returning daughter has married a white man.
(d) A returning son has not completed his studies.

3. What happens when Obi goes for his job interview with the Public Services Commission?
(a) Obi ridicules a panelist who falls asleep.
(b) Obi is bored and disinterested.
(c) Obi talks about modern poetry and novels.
(d) Obi impresses the panel and they offer him a job imediately.

4. Where does the boat anchor to allow the passengers to watch boys diving for coins?
(a) Cameroon.
(b) Aquaspot.
(c) Funchal.
(d) Port Maria.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the stance of the organization's leaders toward his involvement in bribery in the UPU's discussions about Obi's case?

2. What is the meaning of Obi's full name?

3. By using the expression "Augean stable", what literary device is the author using?

4. What reason does Clara give for going to Obi's cabin?

5. What is Christopher's usual response to Obi's comments about the civil service?

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