Open City - Chapter 6 Quiz

What does Julius's mother reveal about her father?

Question Answer Choices He moved to America after the war. He became a famous artist in Germany. He was a soldier in the German army. He remained in a prison camp in Russia long after World War II ended.

What position is Julius chosen for by the end of his fourth year at NMS?

Question Answer Choices He is chosen to be the school captain. He is chosen to be the class president. He is chosen to be a prefect. He is chosen to be the head boy.

How does Julius's mother describe her childhood during the postwar years?

Question Answer Choices She grew up in a wealthy family unaffected by the war. She lived in a peaceful village with her father. Germany was ravaged by soldiers of the Red Army of the Soviet Union, with only her mother to protect her. She was sent to live with relatives in America.

What accusation does Musibau make against Julius?

Question Answer Choices He accuses Julius of cheating on an exam. He accuses Julius of skipping classes. He accuses Julius of stealing his newspaper. He accuses Julius of vandalizing school property.

What significant event happens to Julius during his third year at NMS?

Question Answer Choices He gets expelled for stealing a newspaper. He transfers to a different school. His father dies suddenly of tuberculosis. He wins a national academic competition.

What does Julius do without telling his mother as he nears graduation?

Question Answer Choices He gets a part-time job. He applies to American schools. He joins the military. He drops out of school.

Why does Julius borrow money from his uncles?

Question Answer Choices To help his mother with household expenses. To start a small business in Nigeria. To pay for his school fees at NMS. To buy a plane ticket to New York.

Why does Julius become more respected at school after the incident with Musibau?

Question Answer Choices He helps Musibau solve a crime. He wins a scholarship for his bravery. The other students tell stories about how toughly Julius took the punishment. He apologizes to Musibau and the entire school.

Why does Julius not tell his mother about what happened with Musibau?

Question Answer Choices He does not want to worry her. He thinks she won't believe him. He wants to handle it on his own. He is afraid she will punish him.

What scholarship does Julius receive after applying to American schools?

Question Answer Choices He is offered a partial scholarship. He is offered a need-based scholarship. He is offered a full scholarship. He is offered a sports scholarship.