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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Duyole's wife, Bisoye, concerned about his recent appointment?
(a) Because of the salary decrease.
(b) Because of potential political intrigue.
(c) Because of the long working hours.
(d) Because of the travel requirements.

2. Where is the Hilltop Manor located?
(a) Jos.
(b) Kano.
(c) Lagos.
(d) Abuja.

3. Which annual event has grown to outshine even international occasions?
(a) Global Citizen Awards.
(b) Festival of the People’s Choice.
(c) Festival of Cultural Unity.
(d) Giant of Africa Day.

4. Who wanted to take on the title "National Servant"?
(a) Dr. Merutali.
(b) Sir Godfrey Danfere.
(c) Chief Akpanga.
(d) The rookie politician.

5. In which city does Tibidje establish himself as a unifying religious figure amidst warring factions?
(a) Lagos.
(b) Kaduna.
(c) Abuja.
(d) Calabar.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the People's Steward want to discuss with Pitan-Payne about?

2. How does the man die in the incident that Badetona witnesses?

3. Who did Tibidje draw inspiration from in his vision to become a prominent religious figure?

4. What was Chief Akpanga's connection that boosted his image among the public?

5. Who is considered by many to offer spiritual guidance to Badetona?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is there an inherent mistrust of newcomers within the party's inner circles?

2. How does the narrative describe Duyole's relationship with his wife, Bisoye?

3. What does the Seeker's act of writing her desires on luxurious paper reveal about her societal status and aspirations?

4. How does Badetona balance thinking logically with feeling spiritual pressure in the story?

5. How does Duyole perceive the change in title from Prime Minister to The People’s Steward or PS?

6. How does the introduction of the rookie politician disrupt the political dynamics within the ruling party, particularly concerning Sir Goddie?

7. What does governor-elect Akpanga do, and how does it change politics?

8. What job does Sir Goddie hint at Duyole's company, and how is Duyole's father involved?

9. How does the looming threat of Boko Haram affect the atmosphere and conversations at Hilltop Manor, particularly during Nigeria's Independence Day celebrations?

10. How does the exclusion from important meetings affect Duyole's emotions and perspectives on the political dynamics?

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