1. How does Christopher deal with Obi's feelings about his mother's threat of suicide?
(a) Obi says he is only concerned about marrying Clara and Christopher calls him a fool.
(b) Obi does not take it too seriously but Christopher warns that he should listen to his mother.
(c) Christopher tells a story of a woman who threatened suicide but backed away.
(d) Both are worried but Christopher makes light of it.

2. How does Obi react to a song that the traders are singing while continuing his journey home on the wagon?
(a) He is amused that it contains erotic Ibo words.
(b) He is embarrassed at the erotic words.
(c) He wants to drown the noise out so he can concentrate on his thoughts.
(d) He considers its meaning and is delighted when he finds out.

3. Where has Clara been living since returning to Nigeria?
(a) At Osu.
(b) At Yaba with her mother.
(c) At Yaba with her sister.
(d) At Omuefia.

4. When Obi finally reaches Clara's house, how does he relate the outcomes of his visit home?
(a) He suggests they go back to England and marry.
(b) He says they will have to wait until things settle down.
(c) He tells her they have to call off the marriage but he will be with her anyway.
(d) He makes light of it, saying all will be well if they remain quiet for a while.

5. How do the circumstances surrounding Clara's hospitalization contribute to Obi's eventual downfall?
(a) They lead to his mother's death and Obi's decision to return to England.
(b) They lead to their break-up and the worsening of his financial situation.
(c) They cause him to leave Clara and become more careless about money, finally accepting a bribe.
(d) They lead to Clara's death, more expenses, and his loss of hope.