The Lekki Headmaster by Kabir Alabi Carba (Chapter Eleven – Questions with Answers and Reference Pages)

How does the MD’s laughter at the audience’s “How much?” inquiries set the tone of the event?

A. It maintains a lighthearted and celebratory atmosphere
B. It deflects attention from the value of the gift
C. It indicates her discomfort with answering the question
D. It shows her disregard for the audience’s curiosity

What does the phrase "a flame of anger began to course through his body" signify in the passage?

A. Bepo’s intense emotional reaction to the cruelty depicted
B. Bepo’s literal physical reaction to the documentary
C. His frustration with the audience’s lack of empathy
D. His impatience with the dancers’ performance

How did the novelty match reflect the school’s farewell celebrations for Bepo?

A. It was a fun and symbolic event filled with humor and camaraderie
B. It was a serious competition to showcase student talent
C. It highlighted the school team’s superiority over the staff
D. It focused on Chido’s selection for the Under-17 team

What does "There is an essential teacher in the guy" imply?

A. Bepo struggles with professional discipline
B. Bepo focuses only on teaching academics
C. Bepo possesses exceptional qualities as a teacher
D. Bepo lacks passion for teaching

What made the hall erupt into applause repeatedly during Bepo’s farewell?

A. The recognition of Bepo’s contributions and the farewell gestures
B. The announcement of a surprise gift for another staff member
C. The humorous exchanges between the MD and attendees
D. The principal’s sobbing at the podium

What does the phrase "the highest Stardom has ever presented to any disengaging
member of staff" signify?

A. A statement about the school’s wealth
B. The school’s attempt to establish a financial record
C. The MD’s exaggeration about staff benefits
D. A grand and unprecedented farewell gesture

What did the SSS 2 representatives cite as a major achievement of Nigeria’s arts sector?

A. Professor Wole Soyinka’s Nobel Prize for Literature
B. The production of groundbreaking medical research
C. Innovations in renewable energy technologies
D. Nigeria’s first satellite launch

Why was the school willing to pay Bepo’s flight change fee?

A. To ensure Bepo stayed longer to complete pending tasks
B. To express their gratitude and commitment to giving him a befitting farewell
C. To avoid any disruptions in the school’s schedule
D. To compensate for Bepo’s contributions with financial support

Why did the MD suggest collaboration between Bepo’s future school in London and Stardom?

A. To maintain a meaningful connection and foster mutual benefits
B. To encourage Bepo to return to Nigeria
C. To provide an avenue for students to study abroad
D. To improve Stardom’s financial standing

What does the humor about "Ten billion!" indicate about the atmosphere of the event?

A. A focus on financial matters over Bepo’s legacy
B. Tension among the attendees
C. Confusion about the value of the gift
D. A lighthearted and celebratory mood