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

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

3. What kind of car does Ayoola drive?
(a) A Jeep.
(b) A Ford Fiesta.
(c) A Mercedes sedan.
(d) A Ford Focus.

4. What word in "Family" refers to a traditional Nigerian greeting?
(a) Agbada.
(b) Tsugunnawa.
(c) Àmàlà.
(d) Gele.

5. Who is the oldest and most senior doctor at the hospital where Korede works?
(a) Dr. Kadire.
(b) Dr. Akigbe.
(c) Dr. Okimbe.
(d) Dr. Amstal.

Short Answer Questions

1. What traditional Nigerian drink is Ayoola having at the reception in "Father"?

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

3. Who is the hospital staff member whose actions have led to the fight between Gimpe and Assibi in "Coma"?

4. Who tells Korene that Muhtar has awakened from his coma?

5. What does Ayoola have the house girl bring for refreshments during Tade's visit in "Maneater"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What conclusions does Korede reach regarding Femi in "Asleep"?

2. Who comes forward to implicate Ayoola in Femi's disappearance? How?

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

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

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

6. Why is Korede's car confiscated by police?

7. What does Muhtar reveal to Korede after awakening from his coma in "Awake"?

8. How does Ayoola respond to the police questions regarding Femi's disappearance?

9. What is the significance of the game Cluedo in the novel?

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

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