This question is based on Wole Soyinka's The Trials of Brother Jero. JERO: In that case, since, Brother Chume, your wife seems such a wicked, willful sinner...

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Literature In English - 1997 Subject: Literature In English

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This question is based on Wole Soyinka's

The Trials of Brother Jero.

JERO: In that case, since, Brother Chume,

your wife seems such a wicked, willful sinner,

I think ....

CHUME: Yes, Holy One...?

JERO: You must take her home tonight...

Jero concedes to Chume taking his wife home and beating her in order to

Answer Details
Jero concedes to Chume taking his wife home and beating her in order to keep his secret a secret. Jero is a fraudulent and manipulative character who pretends to be a powerful spiritual leader in order to deceive and exploit his followers. He is afraid that if Chume's wife tells others about his fraudulent activities, his reputation and power will be ruined. Therefore, he suggests that Chume take his wife home and beat her to prevent her from spreading the news. This shows how Jero is willing to sacrifice the well-being of others for his own selfish interests.
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