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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of designer watch does Gboyega wear in "Maga"?
(a) A Vincero watch.
(b) A Holzkern watch.
(c) An Apple watch.
(d) A Bvlgari watch.

2. What is Ayoola wearing when she meets Peju in the driveway in "Ice Cream"?
(a) Dungarees.
(b) Overalls.
(c) A wedding gown.
(d) A mini-skirt and blouse.

3. How is the word "maga" defined in the narrative?
(a) A supporter of American President Donald Trump.
(b) An engagement ring.
(c) A fool who has been taken advantage of.
(d) A one-eyed wolf.

4. Who is the hospital staff member whose actions have led to the fight between Gimpe and Assibi in "Coma"?
(a) Taiwo.
(b) Yinka.
(c) Korede.
(d) Mohammed.

5. How is Muhtar's voice described in "Coma"?
(a) Deep and resonate.
(b) Flowing and lyrical.
(c) High-pitched and weak.
(d) Intense and broody.

Short Answer Questions

1. What game is Yinka playing at the receptionist's desk in the opening of "Friend"?

2. Who was the man that Ayoola killed at age 17, according to Korede in "Seventeen"?

3. Who is the woman that Muhtar's son brings to the hospital and announces he wants to marry in "Family"?

4. How much is Korede charged for "logistical and transportation costs" when her car is returned (187)?

5. What word in "Family" refers to a traditional Nigerian greeting?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who did Ayoola kill when she was 17 years old? For what presumed reason?

2. What is the significance of the knife in the novel?

3. How does Korede respond to the revelation of Tade's impending proposal to Ayoola in "Secret"?

4. Why does Korede not tell her mother about Ayoola's actions?

5. What discovery was made by the cleaner at Femi's home? Why is this significant?

6. What is the significance of baking and cooking in the narrative?

7. How was the crime scene covered up after the murder Ayoola committed at age 17?

8. Who is Peju and why does she come to Korede's home?

9. What happened when Ayoola and Korede's father brought home a mistress, as detailed through flashback in "Father"?

10. What does Korede learn about Gboyega in "Research"? How does she find this information?

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