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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What literary device does the author use in the reference to Pilate in describing Isaac's attitude to "the written word?"
(a) Historical allusion.
(b) Biblical allusion.
(c) Mythological allusion.
(d) Literary allusion.

2. What makes Obi go to a slum in Lagos when he returns from England?
(a) His girlfriend, Clara, has a dressmaker there.
(b) To visit his friend Christopher.
(c) For a job interview.
(d) To see his uncle Okolo.

3. How does one leader respond when Obi asks the UPU leaders to give him a four-month grace period before he has to start paying off his loan?
(a) The President warns that other returning scholars have found themselves in trouble.
(b) The President warns that bright young people need to learn to manage their financial affairs.
(c) The President warns that Lagos' sweetness causes the downfall of many young people.
(d) The President warns that Obi should not do anything to bring the UPU into disrepute.

4. From which university has Christopher received his degree?
(a) London School of Economics.
(b) University of Oxford.
(c) University of Cambridge.
(d) University of London.

5. When Obi and Clara go out for drinks with Minister of State, Okoli, what does the Minister drink?
(a) Rum and Coke.
(b) Gin and tonic.
(c) Martinis.
(d) Whiskey and soda.

Short Answer Questions

1. What new evidence does Obi see about the pervasiveness of bribery in Nigeria on the way home on the wagon?

2. What is the meaning of Obi's full name?

3. What is Obi's initial response when his father forbids him to marry Clara?

4. Which girl does Christopher consider marrying except for the fact that she is going away to study?

5. Who is Obi's new boss?

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