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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Umuofia Progressive Union meet again to discuss Obi's case on the morning of the trial?
(a) Obi is a prominent member of the UPU.
(b) Obi is indebted to the UPU because of their funding of his education.
(c) Obi owes the UPU a lot of money for loans taken while he is studying.
(d) The UPU is co-defendant in the case.

2. How long does Obi stay in England?
(a) A little under three years.
(b) A little under four years.
(c) A little under six years.
(d) A little under seven years.

3. What is Nigeria's real problem according to Obi in his remarks to Christopher?
(a) Poor leadership.
(b) A shortage of bright young black men to run things.
(c) Letting old men rise to the top by bribery and then expecting to be paid off for everything.
(d) Too many uneducated people.

4. What makes Obi go to a slum in Lagos when he returns from England?
(a) For a job interview.
(b) To see his uncle Okolo.
(c) His girlfriend, Clara, has a dressmaker there.
(d) To visit his friend Christopher.

5. Why does the UPU want Obi to study law in England?
(a) To help them to defend those charged with bribery.
(b) To groom him for future political leadership.
(c) To help them with land cases.
(d) To help members with inheritance cases.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where does the boat anchor to allow the passengers to watch boys diving for coins?

3. From which university has Christopher received his degree?

4. What is Obi told about the many dead dogs in the street when he visits the slum in Lagos?

5. What old nickname of Obi's is revealed while Obi and Joseph are recalling old times?

(see the answer key)

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