Civil Peace

What is the setting of the short story "Civil Peace" by Chinua Achebe?

• After the independence of a Southeast Asian country

• During the civil war in Nigeria

• After the civil war in Nigeria

• Before the civil war in Nigeria

What does Jonathan Iwegbu consider himself extremely fortunate for?

• Finding his old bicycle

• Surviving the war with his family and an old bicycle

• Having a house with a little history

• Being called for urgent military action

What does the word "blessings" imply in the context of the story?

• Things that cause hardship

• Things that are a curse

• Things that benefit or bring happiness

• Things that are common and not special

What did Jonathan's wife do to earn money?

• She sold firewood.

• She made and sold akara balls.

• She worked as a carpenter.

• She repaired bicycles.

What does the word 'surrender' mean in the context of the passage?

• To fight bravely.

• To give up.

• To negotiate.

• To win a battle.

What do the thieves demand from Jonathan?

• They demand to be let inside to play music.

• They ask for food and shelter.

• They request a place to rest.

• They demand money or they will use force.

What is the amount of money that Jonathan mentions as the only money he has left?

• One hundred pounds

• Fifty pounds

• Twenty pounds

• Thirty pounds

What are the "five inestimable blessings" for which Jonathan is grateful?

• Material possessions he acquired

• Family members who survived the war

• Personal achievements

• Friends he made during the war

What is Jonathan's reaction to the loss of the egg-rasher (20 pounds)?

• Jonathan is veryupset

• Jonathan moves on with his life.

• Jonathan seeks revenge

• Jonathan doesn't care

What does the author suggest about materialism from the story?

• It is the most important aspect of life

• It is not important compared to personal safety

• It defines a person's social status

• It is necessary for happiness