1. Why does Okei drift through life?
(a) The family that cares for him is too strict.
(b) He lacks his immediate family.
(c) He is poor.
(d) He fears losing another family.

2. As Okei reaches the age of young adulthood, his anger emerges in altercations with whom?
(a) Nne Ojo.
(b) Obi Ojo.
(c) Almost everyone he encounters.
(d) Obi Agilaga.

3. What does Okei receive punishment for in the initial chapters?
(a) An ungrateful attitude.
(b) Theft.
(c) A lackadaisical attitude.
(d) Disrespect toward elders.

4. Where are the vendors in the initial scene?
(a) They are opening businesses following morning religious ceremonies.
(b) They are opening up their businesses following the noon break.
(c) They are conducting their final transactions with customers for the day.
(d) They have left the market to return to their homes for the night.

5. Who helps Okei address his anger in life as he approaches young adulthood?
(a) No one.
(b) Nne Ojo.
(c) Obi Ojo.
(d) Obi Agilaga.

Short Answer Questions

1. Early in the story, Nduka and Uche have been waiting for Okei to finish what, so they can go with their friend to a neighboring village to meet girls?

2. The girls Okei and his friends hope to meet have returned early from their day of selling what?

3. What is the name of the village Nduka and Uche want to take Okei to meet girls in the opening chapters?

4. Okei is instantly angry because which girl says that he is arrogant and capable of leading a group of boys to steal?

5. The parents of Okei's friends would prefer sons who are willing to do what?

(see the answer key)

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