"blue book exam" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: blue book exams [plural]
Etymology: From the color of the book cover, chosen by Butler University in Indianapolis to match its school colors. Head templates: {{en-noun}} blue book exam (plural blue book exams)
  1. (education) A type of test used at many postsecondary schools in the US. They normally include one or more essays or short-answer questions. Categories (topical): Education Synonyms: blue book examination
    Sense id: en-blue_book_exam-en-noun-QjCvzZRg Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: education

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