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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. Where in Lagos does Joseph live?
(a) Ikoyi.
(b) Umuofia Park.
(c) Lagos Motor Park in the Obalende.
(d) The Motor Park in Umuofia.

4. What reason does Clara give for going to Obi's cabin?
(a) To ask him about the dance where he said they met.
(b) To distribute seasickness tablets.
(c) To warn him that she is not interested in a relationship.
(d) To talk about the future.

5. What is Christopher's usual response to Obi's comments about the civil service?
(a) He always finds an excuse for what Obi describes in the civil service.
(b) He opposes everything Obi says about the civil service.
(c) He ignores most of what Obi says.
(d) He echoes all of Obi's views.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is the judge at the trial of Obi Okonkwo as the novel opens?

3. What is Obi warned about at his farewell prayer meeting?

4. From which university has Christopher received his degree?

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

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