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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What warning does Obi's new boss give him when the two are introduced?
(a) That he hopes he learned something in England.
(b) That he hopes there will not be a quick descent into taking bribes.
(c) That he should not be "bone-lazy" but use his "loaf."
(d) That he should avoid the temptation of thinking he has arrived.

2. How does the author make it clear that Obi's financial situation is deteriorating after Obi resists Mr. Mark's offer of a bribe?
(a) He cannot find the money to pay John's fees and he owes Clara money.
(b) He has fallen into debt with the UPU and owes someone at the office.
(c) He cannot find the money he promised to send to his parents.
(d) Obi finds it hard to live on what remains after paying the UPU and sending money to help his parents.

3. What does Obi consider doing in order to meet his mounting debts after speaking with Charles Ibe?
(a) Obi considers asking Mr. Green for a loan.
(b) Obi considers asking Mr. Omo for a salary advance.
(c) Obi contemplates an overdraft of £50 at his bank.
(d) Obi contemplates withholding payments from the UPU.

4. Which girl does Christopher consider marrying except for the fact that she is going away to study?
(a) Bisi.
(b) Nora.
(c) Clara.
(d) Florence.

5. According to Obi, what is the best European novel written about West Africa?
(a) The Lost Continent.
(b) Things Fall Apart.
(c) My Heart is Still in Africa.
(d) The Heart of the Matter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the parcel that arrives from the general hospital while Obi is at work contain?

2. How does the relationship between Obi and Marie Tomlinson develop after she witnesses Obi's distress about his finances?

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

4. Although Clara is businesslike when she visits Obi's cabin, what gives him hope that she is interested?

5. How does Joseph respond upon hearing that Obi has purchased a ring for Clara?

(see the answer key)

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