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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Jumping Monkey Hill".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In “Ghosts,” why does Ikenna say there was no reason for him to return to Nigeria?
(a) His home was destroyed.
(b) His family came with him.
(c) The threats against his life continued.
(d) His family members were all killed.

2. In “Cell One,” what occasion caused Nnamabia’s heart to turn, regarding his imprisonment?
(a) An innocent old man was thrown into their ward.
(b) Kids were beaten in front of him.
(c) Guards abused inmates with impunity.
(d) Guards only provided care if they were bribed.

3. In “A Private Experience,” where is Chika in school?
(a) London.
(b) University of Lagos.
(c) Princeton.
(d) Nsukka.

4. In “On Monday of Last Week,” what was Kamara studying when she met Tobechi at university?
(a) Chemistry.
(b) Music.
(c) History.
(d) Politics.

5. In “A Private Experience,” what has the woman come to the market to sell?
(a) Ground nuts.
(b) Meat.
(c) Coffee.
(d) Onions.

Short Answer Questions

1. In “Cell One,” why was Nnamabia arrested the second time?

2. In “Jumping Monkey Hill,” why does Ujunwa not use the name Ibarra for the character in her story?

3. In “Jumping Monkey Hill,” why did Edward think the Zimbabwean’s story was passé?

4. In “Cell One,” what does the narrator say the Enugu police were known for?

5. In “A Private Experience,” what has Chika lost as she hides from the riots?

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