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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For which island is the boat heading when Jones recites, "Water, water everywhere; but not a drop to drink"?
(a) Accra.
(b) Madeira.
(c) Cameroon.
(d) Lagos.

2. How does Obi's distraction about the situation with his family affect his journey back to Lagos?
(a) He drives in a daze and almost has a head-on collision.
(b) He drives quickly because he is anxious to get back to Clara.
(c) He decides to drive carefully so he can plan what to do.
(d) He drives recklessly because of his anger.

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

4. 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.

5. Where does Obi take Clara to celebrate his new car?
(a) They go to Ikeja for a special dinner.
(b) They go to Okala for a special dinner.
(c) They go to the beach.
(d) They go dancing at Okoro.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Joseph Okeke take Obi after the reception?

2. When Obi finally reaches Clara's house, how does he relate the outcomes of his visit home?

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

4. For what kind of leave does Obi apply when he has to go home to deal with the news he receives?

5. What bothers Obi when he sees his parents when he goes home?

(see the answer key)

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