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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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 “Imitation,” why does the narrator says that Obiora bought good imitations?
(a) Because he wanted to impress clients.
(b) Because the originals are so rare.
(c) Because he wanted to save money.
(d) Because he had a friend who sold them.

4. 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) Rat out some cult members.
(c) Smuggle money into the prison.
(d) Attempt to escape.

5. In “Cell One,” how does the narrator characterize the town of Nsukka?
(a) Industrial town.
(b) Administrative center.
(c) University town.
(d) Country village.

Short Answer Questions

1. In “Cell One,” how does the narrator characterize the town of Enugu?

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

3. In “Cell One,” who did the Nsukka families blame the thefts on?

4. In “Imitation,” at the time of the story, how frequently is Obiora visiting Nkem?

5. In “Imitation,” what does Nkem give as her reason for moving back to Nigeria?

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