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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: "Noon".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Noon," what example of Baroka's corruption does Lakunle give?
(a) He tells about Baroka bribing a judge.
(b) He tells about Baroka seducing Lakunle's younger sister.
(c) He tells about Baroka embezzling money meant for the school.
(d) He tells about Baroka getting the railroad rerouted.

2. What "modern" custom does Lakunle try to force on Sidi?
(a) Shaking hands.
(b) Hugging.
(c) Holding hands.
(d) Kissing.

3. How did Sidi meet the "lost Traveller"?
(a) He came to the village on assignment for his magazine and Sidi was pointed out as the "jewel" of the village.
(b) His car broke down and he stopped Sidi to ask for help.
(c) He fell in the river trying to sneak a picture of Sidi bathing.
(d) He passed out from drinking and Sidi is the one her found him.

4. What does Lakunle say is inappropriate about the way Sidi is dressed?
(a) It is eccentric.
(b) It is old-fashioned.
(c) It is immodest.
(d) It is too masculine.

5. Why does Sidi have Lakunle play the "lost Traveller" in their dance?
(a) Lakunle asks Sidi for the role because he is trying to get back on her good side.
(b) She feels bad for arguing with him earlier and wants to make it up to him.
(c) She is pointing out that he is making himself an outsider.
(d) Lakunle is the best dancer in their village.

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom does Sadiku pray on Sidi's behalf?

2. Who is the village schoolmaster?

3. When Sidi says that Sadiku has a "honey tongue," (20), what literary technique is being used?

4. What custom does Sadiku mention to tempt Sidi to marry Baroka?

5. What does Sidi suggest that Lakunle should do if he does not like the village?

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