The Concubine - Chapters 19-24 Quiz

Why does Ihuoma ask Ekwueme to stop visiting her house?

Question Answer Choices To protect him from a curse. To avoid falling in love with him. To avoid bringing shame on them both. To focus on her children.

What does Ihuoma devote more time to after Ekwueme marries Ahurole?

Question Answer Choices Her garden. Her children. Her business. Her friends.

What does Ekwueme realize about his ideal woman?

Question Answer Choices He envisions his mother. He envisions a woman from another village. He envisions Ahurole. He still envisions Ihuoma.

Why does Ihuoma feel relieved when Ekwueme marries Ahurole?

Question Answer Choices She is happy that Ekwueme found true love. She can now focus on her own marriage. She can now let go of the feelings she was developing for him. She is relieved that Ahurole will take care of her children.

What does Ekwueme do when he realizes Ahurole has run away?

Question Answer Choices He sends a message to her parents. He must wait three days to reclaim her. He immediately goes to bring her back. He decides to let her go.

Why does Ekwueme become violent towards Ahurole?

Question Answer Choices His disappointment in her cooking skills. His frustration and resentment towards her. His jealousy over her friendship with another man. His anger about her spending habits.

What causes Ekwueme to become frustrated with Ahurole?

Question Answer Choices Her inability to cook properly. Her refusal to attend village events. Her constant crying and immaturity. Her frequent visits to her parents.

What does Ahurole seek to win Ekwueme back?

Question Answer Choices A marriage counselor. A special charm. A new house. A love potion.

What does Ekwueme do when Ahurole's goat goes missing?

Question Answer Choices He sets out to find it. He asks the village elders for help. He buys a new goat. He blames Ahurole.

What does Ekwueme do when he encounters Ihuoma on market day?

Question Answer Choices He ignores her. He avoids her. He argues with her. He chats amicably with her.