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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many carats is the diamond engagement ring that Tade plans to give Ayoola in "Secret"?

2. About how older is Gboyega than Ayoola, by Korede's estimation in "Maga"?

3. Who is the oldest and most senior doctor at the hospital where Korede works?

4. What kind of designer watch does Gboyega wear in "Maga"?

5. On what day did Korede's father die?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. Why does Muhtar choose to keep silent about Korede's secrets?

5. How would you describe the relationship between Korede and her father?

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

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

8. What is the cause of the fight between Gimpe and Assibi in "Coma"?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe and discuss three examples of irony in My Sister, the Serial Killer. How does the author use verbal irony? How is situational irony employed? How is dramatic irony demonstrated? What purpose does each example serve?

Essay Topic 2

Describe and discuss Femi's death in My Sister, the Serial Killer. How was Femi killed? What is Ayoola's justification for his death? Where did he die? What information is learned regarding his death?

Essay Topic 3

Describe and discuss three examples of imagery in the novel. How does the author use similes and metaphors and to what effect? Is onomatopoeia employed? What other sensory observations are described and how have they affected you as a reader?

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