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

Short Answer Questions

1. At the start of Chapter 5, Okei rises early and goes to the stream so that he may do what?

2. Both Obi Agiliga and another elder agree that the situation could be worse if Kwutelu were what?

3. Okei feels the person who is going to marry Kwutelu will need what?

4. Uche informs Okei about Kwutelu's injury and that the the villagers suspected Okei and his friends of committing the crime until when?

5. As Chapter 7 opens, when does Nne Ojo hear Obi Uju's cries?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Does the author convey a belief in elitism of the schooled youths who find themselves above laboring on the farms, or are these youths wise because they recognize that current farming practices are less productive and methods need to be modernized?

Essay Topic 2

What insight does Okei's role as leader of the village youths provide him? What lessons does he learn about wisdom and knowledge? What understanding does he gain about displaying respect? What does he learn about humility?

Essay Topic 3

Dr. Buchi Emecheta introduces the reader to the central character, Okei, in the initial chapter. Who is Okei? How does the story center on him? What background does the author provide regarding this individual?

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