No Longer at Ease Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What literary device does the author use in the reference to Pilate in describing Isaac's attitude to "the written word?" (from Chapters 12-14)

Biblical allusion.

Mythological allusion.

Literary allusion.

Historical allusion.

2.

What are the contents of the letter from Obi that Clara later returns? (from Chapters 17-19)

His offer to make it all up to her and take her away from the problems.

His admission that he has wronged Clara terribly and his plea for another chance.

His offer to marry her no matter what.

His apology and his admission that there is no hope for them.

3.

Which girl does Christopher consider marrying except for the fact that she is going away to study? (from Chapters 12-14)

Bisi.

Florence.

Nora.

Clara.

4.

How does one leader respond when Obi asks the UPU leaders to give him a four-month grace period before he has to start paying off his loan? (from Chapters 7-8)

The President warns that Obi should not do anything to bring the UPU into disrepute.

The President warns that bright young people need to learn to manage their financial affairs.

The President warns that Lagos' sweetness causes the downfall of many young people.

The President warns that other returning scholars have found themselves in trouble.

5.

What reason does Clara give for making her suggestion about their engagement? (from Chapters 12-14)

That Obi's parents will disinherit him.

That she will ruin Obi's life by coming between him and his family.

That Obi will not return from his visit home.

That Obi will hate her for breaking off the engagement.

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