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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. Whose lineage plays a significant role due to connections with a ruling house of Ondo?
2. Which town from his past does Menka have a strong emotional connection to?
3. What does the Pitan-Payne family want from Dr. Menka?
4. What is unique about Papa D.'s sermons?
5. According to Papa D., which of the following problems is more severe than medical conditions?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does Papa D's comparison of Mack's gallbladder stones to women's spiritual problems show his way of mixing spiritual and medical issues?
2. What importance does the name "Gumchi" hold, especially in relation to Menka’s heritage and the proposed rehabilitation center?
3. How is Papa Davina or Papa D portrayed, and how does the society view him as a spiritual leader?
4. How does the Strong Room's psychological torture impact Badetona's mental and emotional well-being?
5. How does the revelation of Damien, Duyole's long-lost son, impact the family dynamics?
6. How had Menka's professional reputation been unknowingly compromised over the years?
7. How does Menka challenge Timi and The Family's decision about Duyole's burial? What are the underlying motivations behind Menka's actions?
8. What significance does Menka's native Gumchi hold for him, and how does this influence his feelings about relocating?
9. How does Dr. Menka react to the destruction of the Hilltop Mansion, and why is this significant to the story?
10. How does Menka react to the luxury and hospitality displayed by the Pitan-Payne family, and what internal conflict does he face as a result?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Analyze the significance of the Codex Seraphinianus. How does the mention of the Codex Seraphinianus tie into the theme of secrecy and hidden transactions? Discuss its possible role as a coding mechanism in the underground body parts trade.
Essay Topic 2
The People's Steward is portrayed as a master of political acumen and maneuverability. Discuss the strategies he employs in Chapter 10 to assert his control and navigate complex political landscapes.
Essay Topic 3
The mysterious stranger challenges Menka's ethics, particularly regarding the amputation of a thief's arm. Discuss the complexities of cultural relativism, ethics in medicine, and the tensions that arise when professionals must balance personal morality with societal expectations.
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