Second-Class Citizen - Chapter 1 Quiz

What is the name of the school Adah's brother attends?

Question Answer Choices St. Mary's School. Ladi-Lak Institute. Queen's Academy. King's College.

Why does Adah initially not attend school?

Question Answer Choices Her mother thinks it might not be wise. Her father thinks it is too dangerous. Her parents cannot afford the school fees. She is needed to help with household chores.

What do the women from Ibuza do to impress the lawyer?

Question Answer Choices They write him a welcome letter. They perform a traditional dance. They prepare a feast. They wear nice clothing and straighten their hair.

Why do Adah's parents initially not record her birth with proper detail?

Question Answer Choices They did not know how to record it. They were hoping for a boy. They forgot to do it. They were too busy with work.

What punishment does Adah's mother receive from the police for neglecting Adah?

Question Answer Choices She is given community service. She is made to clean the police station. She is forced to drink gari. She is fined.

What significant event does Adah miss because she starts going to school?

Question Answer Choices The arrival of Lawyer Nweze. A village festival. A family wedding. Her brother's graduation.

What do Adah's parents say about Ibuza compared to Lagos?

Question Answer Choices Ibuza is wealthier than Lagos. Lagos is more beautiful than Ibuza. Ibuza is more modern than Lagos. Ibuza was perfect and Lagos is unfortunate.

What does Adah call her dream of going to the United Kingdom?

Question Answer Choices A Vision. A Hope. A Desire. A Presence.

What happens to Adah's father shortly after she starts attending Ladi-Lak Institute?

Question Answer Choices He dies. He moves to another city. He gets a new job. He falls ill but recovers.

What motivates Adah to sneak out and attend school?

Question Answer Choices Her need to escape chores at home. Her strong desire for education. Her curiosity about the new teacher. Her wish to see her friends.