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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where has Clara been living since returning to Nigeria?
(a) At Yaba with her sister.
(b) At Yaba with her mother.
(c) At Osu.
(d) At Omuefia.

2. What are the villagers particularly happy about?
(a) That Obi will live where those who get "European jobs" live.
(b) That Obi has not brought home a white wife.
(c) That Obi has not forgotten his roots.
(d) That Obi is about to get a good job.

3. What old nickname of Obi's is revealed while Obi and Joseph are recalling old times?
(a) Still Waters.
(b) Word Warrior.
(c) Dictionary.
(d) Wordpower.

4. What is the stance of the organization's leaders toward his involvement in bribery in the UPU's discussions about Obi's case?
(a) They are ashamed that their member could have brought such disgrace upon them.
(b) They are embarrassed by the discovery that they are a party to his involvement.
(c) They believe that Obi's lack of experience cause him to take the money personally rather than through his houseboy.
(d) They see nothing wrong with bribery.

5. What surprises Obi and Joseph about the restaurant?
(a) It is owned by an old Englishwoman.
(b) It is almost empty on a Saturday evening.
(c) It is completely European in style and food.
(d) It does not sell any African food.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the Vice-President, who "eats" most bribes in Nigeria?

2. What does Obi do in an effort to find solace for his distress about Clara's situation?

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

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

5. When Obi and Clara go out for drinks with Minister of State, Okoli, what does the Minister drink?

(see the answer key)

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