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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Imitation".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In “Imitation,” why does Nkem’s acquaintance say that the men stay in Nigeria?
(a) Because they have fewer taxes there.
(b) Because they are not recognized as Big Men in the U.S.
(c) Because they are less adaptable than women.
(d) Because they have more freedom there.

2. In “Imitation,” what were the masks used for?
(a) Terrifying subjects.
(b) Human sacrifices.
(c) Warding off evil.
(d) Negotiating treaties.

3. In “Cell One,” what did Nnamabia do to earn the respect of the leader of the cult in the prison?
(a) Show contempt to the guards.
(b) Attempt to escape.
(c) Rat out some cult members.
(d) Smuggle money into the prison.

4. In “Cell One,” what does the narrator say distinguished her brother Nnamabia?
(a) His beauty.
(b) His agility in sports.
(c) His intelligence.
(d) His inventiveness.

5. In “Cell One,” what does the narrator say the Enugu police were known for?
(a) Taking bribes.
(b) Keeping the peace.
(c) Taking care of the community.
(d) Killing people.

Short Answer Questions

1. In “Imitation,” when the story opens, how far off is Obiora’s next visit?

2. In “Imitation,” why does the narrator says that Obiora bought good imitations?

3. In “Cell One,” how does the narrator characterize the town of Nsukka?

4. In “Imitation,” when does the narrator say the original Benin masks were gathered and destroyed by the British?

5. In “Cell One,” how does the narrator characterize Nnamabia’s response to imprisonment?

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