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

2. In which city does Tibidje establish himself as a unifying religious figure amidst warring factions?

3. How is the Seeker instructed to pen down her desires?

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

5. How does Jaiyesola support Badetona?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is the title The People’s Steward important to Sir Goddie's goals for the People’s Choice Awards?

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

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

4. How does the clash between Governor Usman Bedu and Chief Ubenzy highlight society's deep value of public recognition?

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

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

7. Why do you think Papa Davina chooses to draw out and fulfill the Seeker's desires through a symbolic act instead of a straightforward conversation?

8. How does the news story about the group of ritualistic killers impact the tone and atmosphere of the club gathering? Why is this story especially haunting for Dr. Menka?

9. What is the moral or lesson of the allegorical story shared by the People’s Steward about the priest and the theft of communion wine? How does it relate to the broader themes of power and perception?

10. In what ways does Duyole pose a challenge to the political status quo? Cite specific examples from Chapter 6.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

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

In Pilgrim's Progress, Tibidje, also known as Papa Davina, faces many personal and outside problems. These sometimes make him doubt his religious work. Look at how these outside problems and his personal feelings affect the choices he makes in the story.

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