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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Obi subtly reminded of his debt to the UPU at the reception?
(a) The secretary speaks of the honor Obi has brought them and refers to the obligation to pay back the investment.
(b) The Chairman ays that the sooner Obi gets work, the sooner he can meet his obligations.
(c) The Chairman asks Obi if he has made a budget and a schedule for repaying his loan.
(d) The Chairman bluntlyreminds Obi that in order for others to get the chance he received, he must be responsible about his debt.

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

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

4. 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.

5. What happens when Clara and Obi return and MacMillan leaves them after going ashore to Funchal?
(a) Obi declares his love and kisses Clara, who responds with a violent kiss.
(b) They deide to leave things as they are and "see what happens" in Lagos.
(c) They decide not to see each other again because Clara is betrothed.
(d) They make plans to continue their relationship.

Short Answer Questions

1. What negative comments does Mr. Green make about Africans after his tennis match on the morning of the trial?

2. What comment do the elders make about Christianity when Isaac refuses to placate the rainmaker to prevent the rain threatening Obi's homecoming?

3. While Obi is home enjoying his interaction with his kinsmen, what thoughts does he have that indicate that he harbors resentment against the British?

4. Where in Lagos does Joseph live?

5. What makes Obi go to a slum in Lagos when he returns from England?

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