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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who labeled the country as the "Most Extraordinarily Corrupt Nation in the World"?

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

3. What was Badetona's expectation from Apostle Davina after narrating the event?

4. How does Jaiyesola support Badetona?

5. What company does Pitan own that the Steward alludes might serve a national purpose?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. How has the Festival of the People’s Choice and Yeomen of the Year awards impacted the global perspective on award ceremonies?

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

5. Considering the diverse regions Tibidje has operated in, how does he strategize to build connections within religious and political circles?

6. Papa Davina emphasizes the importance of perspective to the Seeker. How does he demonstrate this concept with the experiment involving a window view?

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

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

9. How does Sir Goddie react to Pitan's upcoming role at the UN? Why is this significant?

10. How does the background story of Governor-elect Akpanga contrast with Sir Goddie's political stature?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The friendship between Kighare Menka and Duyole Pitan-Payne is an important part of the book. Talk about their friendship, looking at their past together, how they treat each other, and the problems they go through. How does their close relationship help them feel better, given everything that is happening?

Essay Topic 2

One of the significant narratives is the story of Mack and his gallbladder stones, which Papa Davina skillfully ties to spiritual affliction. Analyze the implications of comparing medical conditions to spiritual problems. What might the author be conveying about the dangers of over-spiritualizing real-world problems?

Essay Topic 3

Dr. Menka is a character who is deeply disturbed by the moral decay around him, especially amidst societal celebrations and awards. Analyze how his internal struggles with societal issues, such as child abuse and human rights violations, shed light on the broader challenges faced by Nigerian society.

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