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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 cynical feeling does Obi have about seeing how insistent the Marks family is on doing whatever it takes for Elsie to get a scholarship?
(a) A degree can turn a clerk into a European.
(b) A degree can turn a clerk into a senior civil servant with a high salary--the next best thing to being European.
(c) A degree can make a clerk into what all Nigerians dream of becoming--more like the white man.
(d) A degree can turn a clerk into a senior civil servant at £570 plus amenities--the next best thing to being a white man.

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

3. Why does Obi hope to receive support from his mother for his plan to marry Clara?
(a) They have a special bond because she was the one who told him old African stories.
(b) They have a special bond since she cut her hand on a razor in his pocket.
(c) They have a special bond because he is her only son.
(d) They have a special bond because he is the last child.

4. While Obi tries to concentrate on work despite bad news from home, what comment about a Nigerian student does Mr. Green make while dictating a letter to Marie Tomlinson?
(a) Green complains that Obi should have settled down before incurring so many debts.
(b) Green complains about workers borrowing money to support extravagant lifestyles.
(c) Green complains that all students supported by the government become greedy in their demands.
(d) Green complains about a student who expects the Government to support both him and his girlfriend.

5. How does Obi try to help with the family's situation?
(a) He promises to send money for food and medicine.
(b) He promises to send a lump sum each month to cover their big expenses.
(c) He promises to send monthly sums to pay Charity's fees.
(d) He promises to send money each month to help his parents and to pay his brother's school fees.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Joseph interpret Obi's insistence on ignoring tradition and marrying Clara?

2. What new expense does Obi assume when he gets his new car that suggests another symbol of his status?

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

4. What does Obi do while awaiting the results of his interview?

5. How does Obi respond when his father broaches the subject of his relationship with Clara?

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