Topic 1

Odili shows both strengths and weaknesses in his character. What are his greatest strengths? What are his weaknesses?

Topic 2

Chief Nanga is described as “A Man of the People.” What does this mean? How does he represent the people in his country? What is his relationship with the people he represents?

Topic 3

How does Odili perceive Chief Nanga at different points during the book? What do they have in common? How are they different?

Topic 4

Are there any political events in the United States that are similar to the political events in the book? Do we have any leaders who are similar to Chief Nanga, in your opinion? Are there other countries that currently face some of the same difficulties shown in this book?

Topic 5

How is the culture in the country depicted in the book similar to and different from our own? What are some...