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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Obi subtly reminded of his debt to the UPU at the reception?

2. What early indication does Obi see how "Dear old Nigeria really works" as the boat docks in Lagos?

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

4. What moves Obi even though he has little religion left while on the boat looking out to sea?

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

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