Quiz on Chapter 4

Why was Obinze’s mother suspended from Nsukka University?

• She refused to teach her classes

• She was caught plagiarizing a research paper

• She fought with another professor after he slapped her

• She was involved in a student protest

• She left without permission for a sabbatical

How is Obinze described when he arrives at the new school?

• A tall, muscular boy with a commanding presence

• A quiet but attractive boy with an air of calm

• A rebellious troublemaker who refuses to follow rules

• A shy and awkward boy who struggles to make friends

• A rude and arrogant boy from a wealthy family

Why do all the “Big Guys” start tucking in their shirts?

• The principal enforces a new dress code

• They want to impress the girls in school

• They see Obinze tucking his in and follow his lead

• Kayode tells them it’s a new fashion trend

• They are afraid of getting punished by teachers

What makes Kayode stand out among his peers?

• He owns the biggest house in Lagos

• He often travels to England and has an English accent

• He is the best student in the class

• He is Ifemelu’s cousin and introduces her to Obinze

• He refuses to attend school and only goes to parties

Why is Ginika considered one of the most beautiful girls?

• She has caramel skin and wavy hair due to her mixed-race heritage

• She is always the best-dressed girl in school

• She frequently travels abroad and speaks with an American accent

• She is the daughter of a famous Nigerian actress

• She has perfect grades and is admired by teachers

What is Kayode’s role in Obinze and Ginika’s supposed relationship?

• He warns Ginika to avoid Obinze

• He encourages Ginika to date Obinze, calling her his “queen”

• He is secretly in love with Ginika and tries to sabotage the relationship

• He pressures Ifemelu to date Obinze instead

• He hosts a debate to see which girl would be better for Obinze

What does Ifemelu realize when she first locks eyes with Obinze?

• She is uncomfortable and wants to leave the party

• She instantly feels an attraction and wants to be near him

• She believes Ginika and Obinze are perfect for each other

• She thinks he is arrogant and not worth her time

• She decides to introduce him to someone else

What does Ifemelu first say to Obinze at the party?

• “Do you like Ginika?”

• “Aren’t you hot in that jacket?”

• “What’s your name?”

• “You look overdressed for this party.”

• “Are you enjoying yourself?”

How does Obinze respond to Ifemelu’s comment about his jacket?

• He gets defensive and ignores her for the rest of the night

• He jokes that he’s a “country bumpkin” at his first city party

• He immediately takes it off and gives it to Ginika

• He argues that fashion is more important than comfort

• He insists that he likes wearing heavy clothes

What does Obinze say he likes about Ifemelu?

• Her kind and gentle nature

• Her popularity among the boys at school

• Her sharp mind and confidence in speaking her thoughts

• Her ability to follow social expectations

• Her talent for writing poetry