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Vraag 1 Verslag
For this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
The scientist conducted a meticulous experiment.
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Meticulous means showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise. A meticulous experiment is one conducted with painstaking accuracy and thoroughness.
The word opposite in meaning is careless, which means not giving sufficient attention or thought to avoiding harm or errors. A careless experiment would be one conducted without proper attention to detail - the direct opposite of a meticulous one.
The other options are synonyms of meticulous, not antonyms:
This question requires recognising that three of the four options actually share the meaning of the italicised word, while only one is its opposite.
Vraag 2 Verslag
What figure of speech is used in “...the microphone dropped on the floor, sending a vexatious clatter out of the twin sound boxes”?
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Onomatopoeia is a figure of speech in which a word phonetically imitates or resembles the sound it describes. In the expression "the microphone dropped on the floor, sending a vexatious clatter out of the twin sound boxes," the word clatter is onomatopoeia. It imitates the sharp, rattling, crashing sound that a microphone produces when it strikes a hard surface and the impact reverberates through the speakers.
The effect of onomatopoeia is to make the scene more vivid and immediate for the reader. Instead of merely stating that the microphone made a loud noise, the word "clatter" lets the reader almost hear the sound, bringing the moment to life.
This is not a simile because no comparison is made using "like" or "as." It is not irony because there is no contradiction between what is stated and what is meant. While the adjective "vexatious" adds emotional colour to the description, the primary and most identifiable literary device in this expression is the sound-word "clatter," which is a classic example of onomatopoeia.
Vraag 3 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, why does the school no longer allow students to copy notes from the Class Prefect?
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The school no longer allows students to copy notes from the Class Prefect because a parent sued the school for this practice. The incident involving Mr. Guta and Mr. Fafore is directly connected to this policy change. Students had been copying notes dictated by or written by the Class Prefect, and when Mr. Guta found what he believed was a grammatical error in his son's notes, the resulting confrontation and legal action forced the school to discontinue the practice.
The lawsuit demonstrated the legal liability the school could face when students copy notes that may contain errors. If a parent can hold the school legally accountable for mistakes in notes that students copy from one another, the school's safest course of action is to stop the practice entirely and ensure that all instructional materials come directly from teachers.
The other options are not the reason given in the novel. Classroom management disruption, copying errors by students, and teachers believing it wastes time are not what prompted the policy change. It was specifically the legal action taken by a parent that led the school to ban the practice.
Vraag 4 Verslag
In each of the following questions, choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
The ____ of armed robbery has been on the increase.
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This question tests the ability to distinguish between four similar-sounding but different words. The sentence "The ______ of armed robbery has been on the increase" calls for a word that means the rate or frequency of occurrence.
The correct word is incidence, which refers to how frequently something happens within a population or area. "The incidence of armed robbery has been on the increase" means that armed robbery is occurring more and more frequently.
The other options have distinct meanings:
Vraag 5 Verslag
For the question, choose the option that has the same vowel sound as the ones represented by the letter(s) underlined.
money
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The word "money" is pronounced /ˈmʌni/. The underlined vowel (the "o") produces the sound /ʌ/, which is a short open-mid central unrounded vowel - the same sound heard in words like cup, but, and come.
Examining each option:
The correct answer is love, because its vowel /ʌ/ is identical to the vowel sound of the "o" in "money".
Exam tip: The letter "o" can represent several different vowel sounds in English. In words like "money", "love", "come", and "some", the "o" is pronounced /ʌ/ rather than the expected /ɒ/ or /əʊ/. Familiarise yourself with these common exceptions.
Vraag 6 Verslag
What is the main challenge that Mr Bepo faces in the novel?
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The central challenge Mr Bepo faces throughout The Lekki Headmaster is balancing his career as a school headmaster with the intense pressure to migrate abroad. His wife and various social forces urge him to relocate to the United Kingdom, where presumably better economic prospects await. However, Bepo is deeply committed to Stardom Schools, his students, and the Nigerian educational system.
This tension between staying to serve his community and leaving for personal advancement defines Bepo's character arc. He is torn between loyalty to his profession and homeland on one hand, and family expectations and the promise of a more comfortable life abroad on the other. The novel uses this personal struggle to examine the broader phenomenon of brain drain in Nigeria, where skilled professionals leave the country, depriving it of talent and leadership in critical sectors like education.
Vraag 7 Verslag
One of the first things a child notices in birds is
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The passage explicitly states, "One of the first things that a child notices is how noisy many kinds of birds are".
Vraag 8 Verslag
What was the source of the name "Badagry", according to the novel?
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This question tests the student's recall of the etymology of the name "Badagry" as presented in the novel.
According to the novel, the name "Badagry" was derived from "Agbadarigi." This is the local historical account of how the town got its name. Over time, the original name "Agbadarigi" was corrupted or anglicised into the shorter and more widely recognised form "Badagry."
Badagry is a historically significant town in Lagos State, known for its role in the transatlantic slave trade, and the students visit it as part of their excursion to learn about Nigerian and African history. The name was not derived from a river, a European explorer, or a nearby slave market. The novel specifically traces the origin to the indigenous name "Agbadarigi."
Vraag 9 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, what does Mr. Bepo’s reluctance to relocate reveal about his values?
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This comprehension question moves beyond simple recall to test inference and character analysis. It asks what Mr Bepo's refusal to relocate to the United Kingdom reveals about his core values as a person.
Mr Bepo's reluctance to relocate reveals that he prioritises his students and professional relationships. Despite the clear financial incentive to join his wife in the UK, where she earns significantly more than he does in Nigeria, Mr Bepo chooses to remain because of the bonds he has formed with his students and colleagues. His identity and sense of purpose are deeply tied to his role as an educator, and he is unwilling to abandon the people who depend on him for a higher salary.
His reluctance does not indicate that he values financial security over personal fulfilment - in fact, the opposite is true, since staying in Nigeria means accepting a lower income. He is not avoiding difficult decisions; he has made a deliberate and considered choice. Nor does the passage suggest he feels unprepared for a new environment. His decision is a positive, values-driven one rooted in his commitment to teaching and to the community he serves.
Vraag 10 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, what attitude do most teachers display towards Bepo's reluctance to relocate?
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This question tests comprehension of the social dynamics within the novel. Bepo is reluctant to leave Nigeria and relocate abroad, even as many of his colleagues are doing so. The text indicates that most teachers respond to his reluctance with criticism and dismissiveness.
Rather than respecting his choice to remain in Nigeria, the other teachers view his decision as misguided or naive. In a climate where the brain drain is normalised and going abroad is seen as the sensible path, choosing to stay invites scepticism. The teachers who have already decided to leave - or who aspire to leave - dismiss Bepo's attachment to the profession and to his country as impractical.
This attitude creates one of the novel's central tensions: the conflict between loyalty to one's homeland and profession on one hand, and the pursuit of better economic prospects abroad on the other. The dismissiveness Bepo faces underscores the social pressure that contributes to the brain drain phenomenon.
Vraag 11 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, which of the following festivals have the students attended?
i. Calabar Carnival
ii. Osun Oshogbo Festival
iii. Argungu Festival
iv. Abuja Carnival
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This question tests the student's recall of which Nigerian festivals the students attended during their excursions in the novel.
According to the novel, the students attended the Calabar Carnival, the Osun Oshogbo Festival, and the Argungu Festival. These three festivals are among the most prominent cultural celebrations in Nigeria: the Calabar Carnival is a major annual event in Cross River State, the Osun Oshogbo Festival is a UNESCO-recognised cultural celebration in Osun State, and the Argungu Festival is a famous fishing and cultural festival in Kebbi State.
The Abuja Carnival is not mentioned among the festivals the students attended. The correct combination is therefore the first three festivals only (Calabar Carnival, Osun Oshogbo Festival, and Argungu Festival), not all four.
Vraag 12 Verslag
“...his foot-dragging over the matter had pushed his marriage to the brink.” What does "foot-dragging" mean as used in the novel?
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"Foot-dragging" is an idiomatic expression that means deliberately delaying action or being slow and reluctant to do something that needs to be done. It comes from the image of someone literally dragging their feet while walking, moving as slowly as possible because they do not want to reach their destination.
In the sentence, the character's foot-dragging "pushed his marriage to the brink." This means his reluctance to act promptly on an important matter caused so much damage that his marriage was nearly destroyed. The context makes it clear that the delay was harmful, not thoughtful or productive.
The other options are the opposite of what the idiom means:
Vraag 13 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, what skill did Mrs Ignatius begin learning to support her family abroad?
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Mrs. Ignatius began learning tailoring and hairdressing to support her family abroad. In preparation for her family's planned relocation, she took up these practical vocational skills so that she could earn a living in the new country. The novel mentions that she learned various hairstyling techniques, including traditional Yoruba braiding styles such as Suku, Onilegogoro, and Kojusoko, alongside tailoring.
These skills represent practical, portable trades that can be practised anywhere and do not require formal recertification in a foreign country. Mrs. Ignatius's decision to acquire them shows a pragmatic approach to emigration: rather than relying solely on her husband's income, she prepared herself to contribute financially to the family after relocating.
The other options are not what the novel describes. Mrs. Ignatius did not learn accounting and clerical work, cloth weaving and Adire (a distinct textile dyeing craft), or photography. Her chosen skills were specifically tailoring and hairdressing.
Vraag 14 Verslag
“Mr. Audu, the Fine Arts teacher, who was a bunch of biting humour…” What does this description of Mr Audu mean?
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The phrase "a bunch of biting humour" contains two key words that define Mr Audu's character. "Biting" means sharp, cutting, and capable of causing discomfort, while "humour" refers to wit or comedy. Together, "biting humour" describes a style of comedy that is pointed, critical, and sometimes stinging in its delivery.
This description means Mr Audu is sarcastic and has sharp, critical wit. His jokes and remarks are not gentle or merely entertaining. They have an edge to them: they expose, criticize, or mock in a way that can feel sharp. Sarcasm is a form of verbal irony where the speaker says something cutting, often with the intention of mocking or criticizing, and that is exactly what "biting humour" conveys.
The other options do not fit this description:
Vraag 15 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, what did Mr Bepo's wife insist he should pack for his trip to the UK?
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In the novel, Mr Bepo's wife is deeply attached to her Nigerian culinary heritage and insists that he pack traditional food items for his trip to the UK. She specifically demands that he take locust beans (iru), egusi (melon seeds), ground crayfish, and dry snail. These are staple ingredients in Nigerian cooking and are not easily obtained abroad.
This detail serves a thematic purpose beyond mere domestic comedy. It reflects the cultural ties that Nigerian migrants carry with them and the anxiety of leaving behind familiar tastes and traditions. Bepo's wife, by insisting on these items, symbolises the desire to preserve Nigerian identity even in a foreign land. This moment also illustrates the practical, everyday dimension of migration that the novel explores alongside its larger social and emotional themes.
Vraag 16 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, what disrupted the Ignatius family's relocation plans?
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The Ignatius family's relocation plans were disrupted when a DNA test revealed that Mr. Ignatius was not Favour's biological father. Favour is their fifteen-year-old daughter, and this discovery shattered the family. The revelation led to a severe domestic crisis in which Mr. Ignatius (also referred to as Mr. Ibe in the narrative) told Mrs. Ignatius and Favour to leave the house.
This plot development is one of the novel's most dramatic moments. The family had been preparing for emigration, with Mrs. Ignatius even learning new vocational skills. However, the DNA result brought everything to a halt, as the personal turmoil it caused made relocation impossible. The incident illustrates how unforeseen personal crises can derail even the most carefully laid plans.
The other options do not reflect what happened in the novel. Mr. Ignatius did not lose his job, Mrs. Ignatius did not simply change her mind, and their visa application was not denied. The disruption was entirely personal in nature, arising from the DNA test result.
Vraag 17 Verslag
For this question, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
My boss is such a slave driver, I had to work two weekends in a row.
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A "slave driver" is an idiom for a person in authority who demands excessive work from those under them. The term originally referred to someone who forced enslaved people to work, and in modern usage it describes any boss or supervisor who overworks their employees.
The sentence reinforces this meaning: the speaker had to work two weekends in a row, indicating an unreasonable workload imposed by the boss. This directly matches the description of a taskmaster who overworks employees.
Being "very rich" describes wealth, not management style. Being "considerate" or "friendly" are positive traits that contradict the negative connotation of "slave driver." The idiom specifically criticises the boss for demanding too much labour.
Vraag 18 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, why did the students expect comments from the principal after Ikenna's speech?
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Mr Bepo was always known for praising such efforts. This can be inferred from the description on pages 7-8 of the novel.
"On a day like this, he would be on top of the world. He would regard Ikenna's outing as evidence of a good education Stardom offered, and which he believed every Nigerian child deserved. The students also expected him to highlight some terms Ikenna might not have articulated so well..." (page 7-8).
Vraag 19 Verslag
For this question, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
Gambling is a pernicious act.
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Pernicious means having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way. It describes something that causes serious damage or injury, often without being immediately obvious.
The word nearest in meaning is noxious, which means harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant. Both pernicious and noxious describe something that causes harm or damage.
The other options are antonyms of pernicious:
Note that pernicious carries a stronger connotation than simply "bad"; it implies insidious, creeping harm. Among the options, noxious captures this harmful quality most accurately.
Vraag 20 Verslag
The novel explores the effects of migration under which term?
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The novel uses the term Japa Syndrome to discuss the effects of migration. "Japa" is a Yoruba word meaning "to run" or "to flee," and in contemporary Nigerian usage, it refers to the mass emigration of Nigerians, especially skilled professionals, to countries perceived to offer better opportunities.
By framing the migration phenomenon as the Japa Syndrome, the novel situates Bepo's personal dilemma within a wider national crisis. The term implies not just movement but urgency and desperation, capturing the sense that professionals feel compelled to leave rather than choosing freely. The novel explores how this syndrome affects institutions like schools, families, and communities, showing that when individuals like Bepo consider leaving, the consequences ripple outward far beyond the individual. The use of a distinctly Nigerian term also grounds the discussion in local context rather than treating migration as an abstract global issue.
Vraag 21 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, what Yoruba adage does Mr Bepo recall after the debate at the farewell celebration?
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This question tests the student's recall of a specific Yoruba adage mentioned in the novel.
After the debate at the farewell celebration, Mr Bepo recalls the Yoruba adage: "Even if the master carver retires, his carvings remain." This proverb means that the impact of a skilled person's work endures long after they have stopped working. In Mr Bepo's context, it speaks to the idea that even though he is leaving Stardom and Nigeria, the knowledge, values, and character he has instilled in his students will continue to shape their lives.
This is a distinctly Yoruba proverb that uses the imagery of a traditional woodcarver, a respected artisan in Yoruba culture. The other options either paraphrase generic wisdom or borrow from non-Yoruba traditions. "Success is not final; failure is not fatal," for instance, is a well-known English-language quotation, not a Yoruba adage. The proverb about the master carver captures the specific cultural and thematic resonance the novel intends.
Vraag 22 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, what caused Mr Bepo's emotional breakdown during the school assembly?
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Mr Bepo's emotional breakdown during the school assembly was caused by his upcoming relocation to the United Kingdom. As he stood before the students and staff he had led and mentored, the reality of leaving Stardom Schools overwhelmed him, and he broke down emotionally.
This scene is one of the most powerful moments in the novel. The school assembly, a routine event in Bepo's daily life as headmaster, becomes the setting for a deeply personal reckoning. Facing the community he built, the students whose futures he has shaped, and the colleagues who have become like family, Bepo cannot contain the grief of departure. His breakdown reveals that despite whatever rational arguments favour emigration, the emotional and human cost is enormous. The scene functions as the novel's emotional climax, crystallising its central message about the painful trade-offs inherent in the Japa decision.
Vraag 23 Verslag
The overall tone of the story can be described as
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Tone refers to the writer's attitude toward the subject matter and the emotional quality that pervades a narrative. The overall tone of this story is reflective.
The narrative deals with themes of migration, identity, professional purpose, and the choices people make when faced with the tension between staying in their homeland and seeking better prospects abroad. Characters look back on their experiences, weigh their decisions, and contemplate the consequences of their actions. The story does not rush toward dramatic twists or revelations but instead invites the reader to think deeply about the characters' circumstances and the broader social issues they represent.
The tone is not joyful because the story deals with loss, separation, and difficult choices. It is not mysterious because there are no hidden secrets or unexplained events driving the plot. It is not suspenseful because the narrative does not build tension toward an uncertain climax. Rather, the prevailing mood is one of thoughtful contemplation - making reflective the most accurate description.
Vraag 24 Verslag
What decision does the board make about loans from the cooperative?
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The board decides that staff loans from the cooperative cannot exceed N250,000. This cap is introduced as a safeguard after the board discovers the cooperative's large fund and the risks associated with unlimited lending. By setting a maximum loan amount, the board aims to prevent any single staff member from taking on an excessively large debt that they might fail to repay, as happened with Mr. Nku's N2 million loan.
In addition to the loan cap, the board also requires that all loan requests be approved by the MD and that management be informed about the cooperative's elections. These measures collectively tighten oversight of the cooperative's operations and reduce the financial risk to both the school and its staff members.
The other options do not accurately reflect the board's decision. The board did not ban loans entirely, nor did it require staff union approval for loans, nor did it order the cooperative to stop lending immediately. The approach was to impose a reasonable limit of N250,000 rather than to shut down the cooperative's lending function altogether.
Vraag 25 Verslag
In each of the following questions, choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
She is ______ a sailor who is away at sea.
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This question tests phrasal verbs and collocations. The sentence describes a woman's feelings towards a sailor who is away at sea, and the correct completion must fit both the grammar and the emotional context.
The phrase longing for means deeply yearning or missing someone. It perfectly captures the emotional state of someone whose loved one is away at sea for extended periods. "She is longing for a sailor who is away at sea" conveys a deep, emotional desire for the sailor's return.
While the other options are grammatically possible, they do not best fit the context:
"Longing for" is the collocation that best conveys the yearning associated with prolonged separation.
Vraag 26 Verslag
The theme central to the novel is
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The central theme of The Lekki Headmaster is the challenges of migration and identity. The entire narrative is built around Mr Bepo's struggle with the decision to leave Nigeria for the United Kingdom, and the novel uses this personal journey to examine how migration reshapes individual identity and disrupts the communities people leave behind.
While the novel touches on other issues such as the state of Nigerian education and cultural values, these are explored as dimensions of the overarching migration-and-identity theme rather than as independent central themes. The challenges of migration, including bureaucratic hurdles, family pressure, emotional attachment to home, and the fear of losing one's cultural roots, drive every major plot development. Identity is woven into this because Bepo must decide whether he is fundamentally a Nigerian educator or someone who can reinvent himself in a new country. The novel argues that this question of identity is what makes the migration decision so difficult and so consequential.
Vraag 27 Verslag
For this question, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
Parenting is really arduous even though enjoyable.
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Arduous means requiring a great deal of effort, endurance, or stamina; extremely difficult and tiring. The sentence acknowledges that parenting is demanding despite being enjoyable.
The word nearest in meaning is strenuous, which means requiring or involving great exertion or effort. Both arduous and strenuous emphasise the demanding, physically or mentally exhausting nature of an activity.
The other options are close but not the best fit:
Strenuous is the closest synonym because, like arduous, it specifically describes something that demands sustained physical or mental effort.
Vraag 28 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, "If you beat my height, you can’t beat my eyes.” What was Bepo trying to communicate here?
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Bepo's statement uses a metaphorical contrast between height and eyes. "Beating my height" refers to surpassing him in some physical or external way, while "can't beat my eyes" refers to the impossibility of escaping his watchful gaze and observation.
The underlying message is one of vigilance: even if someone manages to outdo Bepo in certain respects, they cannot deceive him because he sees everything. His "eyes" symbolise his sharp awareness and ability to detect dishonesty or misconduct. He is warning that any attempt at cheating or deception will be caught, because he is always watching.
This makes the correct interpretation that no act of cheating will go uncaught. The other options misread the metaphor: the statement is not about physical strength, the importance of height, or competitive spirit. It is specifically about surveillance and the certainty of being observed.
Vraag 29 Verslag
For this question, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The students felt the lecture was a load of crap.
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The expression "a load of crap" is an informal idiom meaning something is nonsensical, worthless, or of extremely poor quality. When the students felt the lecture was "a load of crap," they judged its content to be foolish and without value.
The closest option is that the students thought the lecture was stupid - meaning they found its content to be of no intellectual worth.
Believing the lecture was "too long" addresses duration, not quality. Refusing to listen or not attending the lecture describes actions the students might take, but the idiom specifically expresses their opinion about the quality of the lecture's content, not what they did in response.
Vraag 30 Verslag
According to the novel, what is the approximate annual migration rate of Nigerian doctors?
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According to the novel, up to 1000 out of the country's 3000 doctors were migrating annually. This can be found on page 15 of the novel.
Vraag 31 Verslag
This question is based on Kabir Garba's The Lekki Headmaster.
The stories of Nigerian migrants such as Sola, Hope, Riike and Akindele showed that, for thos who have 'ja pa'
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In The Lekki Headmaster, the stories of Nigerian migrants such as Sola, Hope, Riike, and Akindele serve as cautionary tales about emigration. The Yoruba slang "japa" refers to the act of leaving Nigeria for greener pastures abroad. However, the experiences of these characters reveal that life overseas is far from the paradise many Nigerians imagine it to be.
Each migrant faces significant difficulties: harsh working conditions, loneliness, discrimination, financial struggles, or other hardships that challenge the rosy picture of life abroad. The collective message of their stories is that life is not a bed of roses for those who have emigrated. This does not mean that emigrating is pointless or that those who remain in Nigeria are wasting their time; it simply demonstrates that every environment has its own challenges.
Vraag 32 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, why does the MD call an emergency meeting after discovering the cars at the school's land?
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The emergency meeting of the board of Directors was called because the MD was concerned that the Cooperative allowed the teachers to be financially independent. She believes that the staff could rebel and jointly establish their own school with the money and steal the school's band ideal. This can be found on page 26 of the novel.
Vraag 33 Verslag
For this question, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
Tom's excuses don't hold water.
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The idiom "don't hold water" means that something is not logically sound, convincing, or valid. It originates from the image of a container with holes: just as a leaky bucket cannot hold water, a weak argument or excuse cannot withstand scrutiny.
When we say Tom's excuses "don't hold water," we mean they fail to convince because they contain logical flaws or inconsistencies. The excuses cannot stand up to examination.
The other options misinterpret the idiom. Being "acceptable by a few" suggests partial validity, which is not what the idiom conveys. "Waterproof" reverses the meaning entirely, implying the excuses are strong. Explaining the situation well also contradicts the idiom, which specifically indicates failure to persuade.
The correct interpretation is that the excuses are not logically sound.
Vraag 34 Verslag
Fill the gap labelled 9
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In this context, "members" refers to the individual seats/countries. "Members" (plural) is grammatically correct following the number fifteen.
Vraag 35 Verslag
In each of the following questions, choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
Each of the answers ______ correct.
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The sentence "Each of the answers ______ correct" tests subject-verb agreement with the indefinite pronoun "each." The word each is always grammatically singular, regardless of the plural noun that follows it in the prepositional phrase "of the answers."
Because "each" is singular, it requires the singular verb is. The correct sentence reads: "Each of the answers is correct."
"Are" and "were" are plural verb forms that would agree with "answers" but not with "each," which is the true subject. "Have been" is also plural. A common mistake is to let the plural noun nearest to the verb ("answers") influence the verb choice, but the grammatical subject is "each," and it governs the verb.
Other singular indefinite pronouns that follow the same rule include: every, everyone, everybody, everything, either, neither, nobody, no one, someone, anybody.
Vraag 36 Verslag
For this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
In the past, anyone who angered the gods would be killed.
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Angered means provoked to anger; made furious or wrathful. To anger someone is to arouse their rage or displeasure.
The word opposite in meaning is appeased, which means pacified, calmed, or brought to a state of peace - especially after a period of anger or dissatisfaction. In the context of the gods, to appease them is the traditional opposite of angering them: one who angered the gods provoked their wrath, while one who appeased them calmed their wrath and earned their favour.
The other options do not serve as precise antonyms:
Vraag 37 Verslag
This question is based on Kabir Alabi Garba's The Lekki Headmaster.
"Red-tapism is found everywhere" means
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"Red-tapism" is a term derived from "red tape," which refers to excessive bureaucracy, rigid adherence to official procedures, and unnecessary administrative formality that slows things down and frustrates people trying to get things done.
The statement "Red-tapism is found everywhere" means that excessive official formality is everywhere. The "-ism" suffix turns "red tape" into an ideology or systemic practice, emphasising that this is not ordinary formality but excessive formality, the kind that creates obstacles rather than serving any useful purpose.
The distinction between the correct answer and similar-sounding alternatives is important:
Vraag 38 Verslag
Fill in the gap labelled 11
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This cloze test question requires the word that correctly fills gap 11. The passage discusses the United Nations and its institutional framework.
The correct word is charter. The UN Charter is the founding treaty of the United Nations, signed in 1945. It establishes the purposes, principles, structure, and operating procedures of the organisation. When discussing the legal basis for UN actions, particularly those of the Security Council, the Charter is the authoritative document that is referenced. It is the constitution of the United Nations.
The other options do not fit the context:
Vraag 39 Verslag
In the following questions, the word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option to which the given word relates.
The doctor examined the patient with a STETHOSCOPE.
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Emphatic stress marks the word that carries the corrective or contrasting information. The stressed word answers the part of the preceding question that was wrong.
In the sentence "The doctor examined the patient with a STETHOSCOPE," the stress falls on STETHOSCOPE. This means the speaker is emphasising the instrument used - it was a stethoscope, not some other device.
The question that would prompt this emphasis must be one that names the wrong instrument. The question "Did the doctor examine the patient with a microscope?" suggests a microscope was used, and the speaker's stressed response corrects this to STETHOSCOPE. The other options change different elements of the sentence: the person examined ("matron" instead of "patient"), who did the examining ("nurse" instead of "doctor"), or the action ("cure" instead of "examine"), none of which would require stressing the instrument.
The correct answer is the question that mentions a microscope instead of a stethoscope.
Vraag 40 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, why does Mr Ignatius want to relocate with his family?
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Mr. Ignatius wants to relocate with his family in order to secure a better future for his children. His motivation is rooted in the belief that life abroad will offer his children superior opportunities in education, healthcare, and overall quality of life compared to what is available in Nigeria.
This motivation is common among the characters in The Lekki Headmaster who consider emigration. The novel portrays the desire for a better future for one's children as a powerful and relatable driving force behind the "japa" phenomenon. Mr. Ignatius is not motivated by finding better jobs for himself specifically, reuniting with extended family, or enrolling his children in any particular school abroad. His primary concern is the general welfare and future prospects of his children.
However, the Ignatius family's relocation plans are ultimately disrupted by a personal crisis, showing that the path to emigration is not always straightforward even when the motivation is sincere.
Vraag 41 Verslag
Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, what was given as a reward to teachers whose students scored distinctions in their subjects?
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This comprehension question asks about the reward system at Stardom School for teachers whose students achieved distinctions. The passage describes how the school management used financial incentives to motivate teachers towards excellent results.
Teachers whose students scored distinctions in their subjects were given thirty thousand naira each as a reward. This monetary incentive was part of the school's performance-based approach to staff motivation, directly linking teacher compensation to student outcomes.
The other options do not match the passage. The amount was not twenty thousand naira, nor were the teachers given only bottles of wine or commendation letters. The specific monetary figure is a detail that tests careful reading of the passage. The reward system also serves to contrast with the reprimand given to teachers whose students performed poorly, highlighting the school's dual approach of incentives and accountability.
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In each of the following questions, choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
That Fulani man has a large _____ of sheep.
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This question tests knowledge of collective nouns - special words used to describe groups of specific animals, people, or things.
The collective noun for sheep is flock. A flock is the standard term for a group of sheep (as well as birds and goats).
The other options are incorrect for these reasons:
Common collective nouns tested in examinations include: a flock of sheep or birds, a herd of cattle, a pack of wolves, a swarm of bees, a school of fish, and a pride of lions.
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In each of the following questions, choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
The doctor ____ him to take his medicine regularly.
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The sentence "The doctor ______ him to take his medicine regularly" requires the past tense of the verb meaning to give counsel or recommend a course of action. The correct word is advised.
In English, advise (with an "s") is the verb, and advice (with a "c") is the noun. The past tense of the verb "advise" is "advised." The sentence describes a completed action by the doctor, so the past tense is needed.
The other options are wrong for specific reasons:
A useful memory aid: the noun "advice" has a "c" (like "ice"), while the verb "advise" has an "s" (like "rise"). Only the verb can be conjugated into past tense.
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Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, why was Mr Bepo initially reluctant to renew his passport?
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The passage states that Bepo had not been keen on relocating abroad, which is the main reason for his initial reluctance to renew his passport. Since he wasn't planning on traveling abroad, he didn't prioritize renewing his passport.
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Flocks of finches could easily become separated
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This question is from a comprehension passage about bird behaviour, specifically about how flocks of finches move and feed.
Finches are small seed-eating birds that typically travel in flocks for safety and social interaction. However, when they land on trees to feed, individual birds spread out along different branches searching for insects or seeds. As each bird follows its own foraging path through the branches, members of the flock naturally drift apart from one another. This dispersal during feeding is what causes the flock to become separated.
The other options do not accurately describe the cause of separation as presented in the passage. Injury from other birds, hunger after separation, and fleeing from predators are not the reasons the passage gives. The separation happens naturally and gradually as the finches hunt for food among the branches of trees, each bird moving independently to find its own insects or seeds.
The correct answer is when they hunt for insects or seeds on the branches of trees.
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Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, why did Bepo spend the electricity tariff money he collected from his tenants?
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In The Lekki Headmaster, Bepo collects electricity tariff money from his fellow tenants in the compound, as he is responsible for gathering the contributions to pay the electricity bill. However, he ends up spending this money on his own needs because he is out of a job and has no savings.
At this point in the novel, Bepo has lost his teaching position and is financially desperate. With no income and no reserves to fall back on, he uses the collected electricity money to survive. This act of desperation - spending money that belongs collectively to his neighbours - leads to serious consequences and public humiliation within the compound.
The other options do not match the novel's account. The money was not spent on school fees, medical expenses, or lost through carelessness. Bepo's action is a direct result of his unemployment and financial hardship, making it a moment that highlights both his personal crisis and the broader theme of how economic deprivation can push otherwise honest people into compromising situations.
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Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, what project was the school's Invention Club working on?
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The school's Invention Club was working on a phone-making initiative. This can be found on page 43 of the novel.
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This question is based on Kabir Garba's The Lekki Headmaster.
Why was the Government teacher named 'Owala'?
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"Owala" is a derogatory Yoruba appellation for a person with wild facial marks. Mr. Ayesoro was popular for the deep tribal marks he flaunted on his face. This can be found on page 22 of the novel.
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For this question, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
Between Achebe and Soyinka, it is debatable who is more enigmatic a writer.
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Enigmatic means mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to interpret. An enigmatic person or piece of writing is one whose meaning or nature is not easily understood.
The word nearest in meaning is inscrutable, which means impossible to understand or interpret. Both enigmatic and inscrutable describe something that resists easy comprehension - a quality often attributed to complex literary figures like the writers mentioned in the sentence.
The other options do not capture this meaning:
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For this question, choose the option that rhymes with the given word.
cat
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Two words rhyme when they share the same vowel and final consonant sounds. Cat is pronounced /kæt/, so the rhyming word must end with /æt/.
Consider each option:
The correct answer is bat, because /bæt/ and /kæt/ share the identical ending /æt/.
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Fill the gap labelled 7
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This cloze test question requires selecting the word that correctly fills gap 7. The passage discusses the United Nations Security Council and its responsibilities. The standard phrase used in the UN Charter to describe the Council's core mandate is the maintenance of international peace and security.
The correct word is peace. "International peace and security" is a fixed collocation drawn directly from Article 1 of the UN Charter, which states that one of the purposes of the United Nations is to maintain international peace and security. The subsequent gap (gap 8) is filled by "security" to complete this well-known phrase.
The other options do not form the correct collocation:
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For this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
Musa vehemently opposed his son's political ambition.
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Vehemently means with great force, passion, and intensity of feeling. When someone opposes something vehemently, they do so with powerful conviction and strong emotion.
The word opposite in meaning is carelessly, which means without thought, attention, or concern. Opposing something carelessly implies doing so without passion or conviction - the direct contrast to opposing it with intense feeling.
The other options are not true opposites:
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What makes it easy to identify a species of birds in the wood?
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This question comes from a comprehension passage about birdwatching and bird identification. The passage contrasts how beginners (children) notice birds primarily by sight with how experienced observers identify species in environments where visibility is limited.
In a wood, dense foliage and tree cover make it difficult to spot birds visually. Colour, beak shape, and feeding behaviour are hard to observe when the bird is hidden among leaves and branches. Under these conditions, the most reliable way to identify a species is by its characteristic call. Each bird species produces distinctive songs and calls, and with practice, an observer can learn to recognise which species is present simply by listening.
The key phrase is "with practice" - learning to identify birds by their calls requires time and repeated exposure, but once mastered, it becomes the most effective method for identifying species in wooded habitats where direct sighting is difficult.
The correct answer is their characteristic calls with practice.
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This question is based on Kabir Garba's The Lekki Headmaster.
Bepo worked in Stardom for over
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In The Lekki Headmaster, Bepo dedicates a significant portion of his working life to Stardom Schools. The novel establishes that he served the institution for over two decades, meaning more than twenty years. During this long tenure, he rises through the ranks and becomes the headmaster, shaping the school's identity and culture.
The other options overstate or understate the duration. One decade (ten years) would be too short for the deep institutional knowledge and influence Bepo demonstrates. Three or five decades would be excessively long and inconsistent with the novel's timeline. Two decades accurately reflects the substantial but realistic career Bepo has at Stardom Schools.
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Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, what grammatical rule was the source of disagreement between the MD and the principal?
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The grammatical rule at the source of the disagreement between the MD and the principal (Bepo) was subject-verb agreement with phrases like "as well as." The dispute arose from the sentence "Ade as well as Jide comes early." The MD sided with the parent, Mr. Guta, believing the verb should be "come" (plural) to agree with both "Ade" and "Jide." The principal, Bepo, defended Mr. Fafore by explaining that the grammar was in fact correct.
The rule is that "as well as" is not a coordinating conjunction like "and." It does not create a compound subject. Instead, the verb agrees with the subject that precedes "as well as." In the sentence "Ade as well as Jide comes early," the main subject is "Ade" (singular), so the singular verb "comes" is correct. If the sentence used "and" instead ("Ade and Jide come early"), then the plural verb "come" would be required.
This is a commonly misunderstood grammar point, and the novel uses it to illustrate how confident but incorrect assumptions about language can have serious consequences, including the wrongful dismissal of a competent teacher.
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For this question, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
Giwa does odious things at times.
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Odious means extremely unpleasant, hateful, or deserving of strong dislike. Something described as odious provokes feelings of disgust or revulsion.
The word nearest in meaning is horrible, which means causing or likely to cause horror; extremely unpleasant. Both odious and horrible describe things that provoke strong negative reactions.
The other options do not match:
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Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, the Yoruba proverb "The Oyingbo market never finds out a certain person did not even turn up" means
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This question tests the ability to interpret a Yoruba proverb used in the novel. The proverb states: "The Oyingbo market never finds out a certain person did not even turn up." Oyingbo market is a well-known, bustling marketplace in Lagos, Nigeria, famous for its enormous size and constant activity.
The proverb means that the market is always busy - so crowded and active that no individual's absence is ever noticed. Whether one person comes or stays away, the market continues to thrive without interruption. The volume of traders, buyers, and goods is so great that the absence of a single person makes no difference to the overall activity.
This proverb is used to convey the idea that life goes on regardless of whether a particular individual participates. In the context of the novel, it may serve to remind characters (or the reader) that the world does not pause for anyone's personal decisions - a fitting reflection in a story about people choosing to leave or stay.
The other interpretations - that traders are greedy, the market is disorganised, or prices are fixed - do not capture the meaning of the proverb. The central idea is the market's ceaseless busyness, not any quality of the traders or their pricing.
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For this question, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
The debater made a very scurrilous remark about his opponent.
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Scurrilous means making or spreading scandalous, defamatory, or grossly insulting statements about someone. A scurrilous remark is one that attacks a person's character in a vulgar or abusive manner.
The word nearest in meaning is abusive, which means using harsh, insulting, or offensive language. Both words describe speech that is deliberately hurtful and attacks someone verbally.
The other options do not capture this meaning:
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Which historical figure, according to the novel, translated the Bible into Yoruba?
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The novel references a well-known figure from Nigerian history: Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther (c. 1809-1891). Crowther is historically recognised as the person who translated the Bible into the Yoruba language, making the Christian scriptures accessible to millions of Yoruba-speaking people.
Born in Osogun in present-day Oyo State, Crowther was captured by slave raiders as a child but was freed by the British Royal Navy and subsequently educated by Christian missionaries in Sierra Leone. He went on to become the first African to be ordained as an Anglican bishop in Nigeria. Beyond Bible translation, Crowther made lasting contributions to the development of Yoruba as a written language by producing grammar books and dictionaries.
The other options name real Nigerian historical figures but are not associated with Bible translation. Samuel L. Akintola was a politician in Nigeria's First Republic. Herbert Macaulay was a nationalist leader often called the father of Nigerian nationalism. Samuel Caulker, while a notable name in West African history, is not linked to Yoruba Bible translation.
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For the question, choose the option that has the same vowel sound as the ones represented by the letter(s) underlined.
beer
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The word "beer" is pronounced /bɪə/ in Received Pronunciation. The underlined vowel combination "ee" followed by "r" produces the diphthong /ɪə/, known as the NEAR vowel. This is the same sound heard in words like here, fear, dear, and near.
Examining each option:
The correct answer is serious, because the "e" in its first syllable produces the same /ɪə/ diphthong as the "ee" in "beer".
Exam tip: The NEAR vowel /ɪə/ and the SQUARE vowel /eə/ are often confused because both involve an "r" in the spelling. Remember that "beer", "here", and "serious" share /ɪə/, while "bare", "their", and "swear" share /eə/. Practise distinguishing these two diphthongs.
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