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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who used to say that it is up to others to provide the young men something to do?

2. Uche rising at this time leads his family to believe that perhaps he is going to do what?

3. As Okei reaches the age of young adulthood, his anger emerges in altercations with whom?

4. What time is it when the story begins?

5. When it comes time to part for the evening in the second chapter, Okei orders Uche to announce that all the young men are to meet together when?

Short Essay Questions

1. What mutual problem does Obi Uwechue want to discuss with Obi Agiliga in the sweltering heat?

2. What does Obi Agiliga do after instructing Nne Ojo to hide Okei?

3. Why is Obi Agiliga pleased when Okei asks for his wrestling assistance?

4. What is Okei surprised by when consulting with Obi Agiliga about wrestling?

5. What steps does Nne Ojo take to keep Okei hidden from others?

6. How does the discussion concerning farming go at Okei's meeting?

7. What does Uche relate to Okei the morning following Kwutelu's ear being severed?

8. Before Onuoha can leave the shed where the workers rest, why do he and Obi Agiliga experience a rush of fear?

9. What is initially discussed at the first meeting Okei calls?

10. How does the excitement surrounding the wrestling match build for Okei the evening prior to the match?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does the author employ the views of traditional Nigerian farmers with those of educated youths in the late 1960s and early 1970s regarding the raising of crops?

Essay Topic 2

The theme of elders being wise and demonstrating their knowledge and good judgment is advanced in what manner? How does this contrast with elders being human and making mistakes?

Essay Topic 3

What are the circumstances surrounding Okei starting to empathize with Obi Agiliga rather than treating his uncle sarcastically?

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