LIKELY QUESTIONS FROM THE LEKKI HEADMASTER (CHAPTERS 1–12)
Q1. How did the Stardom Cooperative Society contribute to staff members’ ability to buy cars?
A. By providing scholarships
B. By giving personal gifts
C. By offering loans to staff
D. By hiring wealthy sponsors
Answer: C
Q2. What caused tension during the school prefect election?
A. A fire drill interrupted the process
B. Banky insulted Tosh’s father
C. The forms were missing
D. The principal refused to supervise
Answer: B
Q3. What was the main reason Bepo left Beesway Group of Schools?
A. He was offered a better salary at Stardom
B. He disagreed with the director over the school’s name
C. He witnessed a ritualistic act on school premises
D. He wanted to start his own school
Answer: C
Q4. Which student-led project did Bepo fear might stall if he left?
A. Robotics Club
B. Invention Club – Breath Project
C. Debate Club
D. Environmental Club
Answer: B
Q5. What emotional impact did the farewell at Stardom Schools have on Bepo?
A. He felt indifferent
B. He was frustrated
C. He was overwhelmed with gratitude and nostalgia
D. He wanted to leave immediately
Answer: C
Q6. Which landmark did the students NOT visit on the cultural excursions?
A. Erin Ijesha Waterfalls
B. Ikogosi Warm Springs
C. Gurara Falls
D. Victoria Falls
Answer: D
Q7. What lesson did Bepo draw from the Badagry excursion?
A. History is irrelevant to modern students
B. Many Nigerians are repeating a cycle of dependency by seeking opportunities abroad
C. Students should avoid field trips
D. Slavery has no connection to modern life
Answer: B
Q8. How did Bepo successfully renew his passport?
A. He waited in line for three months
B. He bribed an agent and used connections at the immigration office in Ibadan
C. He traveled abroad to renew it
D. He used an online system without difficulty
Answer: B
Q9. What is the significance of the Canoe dance in the farewell?
A. It is a modern dance from Lagos
B. It reminds Bepo of the Heritage Slavery Museum in Badagry
C. It is a dance Bepo invented
D. It symbolizes the school’s football victory
Answer: B
Q10. In Chapter 6, the phrase “Ade as well as Jide comes early” contains a grammatical error. Which rule correctly explains the correction?
A. Singular nouns always take singular verbs
B. “As well as” does not change the number of the main subject; the verb should match the first noun
C. All compound subjects take plural verbs
D. Adverbs affect verb tense
Answer: B
Q11. The phrase “hanging a snake in the roof and going to bed” (Chapter 5) as used in the book is an example of:
A. Simile
B. Metaphor
C. Personification
D. Hyperbole
Answer: A
Q12. What does the word “defiled” in Chapter 7 most closely mean?
A. Honored
B. Contaminated
C. Protected
D. Celebrated
Answer: B
Q13. Why did Bepo feel uneasy leaving Nigeria despite his UK relocation?
A. He was afraid of flying
B. He had unresolved issues, including the Banky–Tosh legal dispute and Invention Club project
C. He did not want to leave his family
D. He feared losing his passport
Answer: B
Q14. What lesson about leadership is demonstrated through Bepo’s experiences at Stardom?
A. Strict punishment is the best management tool
B. Leaders must balance empathy with accountability and guidance
C. A leader should always delegate all responsibilities
D. Success is measured solely by financial gain
Answer: B
Q15. What is the significance of the students carrying Bepo on their shoulders upon his return?
A. It shows his physical strength
B. It demonstrates the deep respect and affection the students have for him
C. It is a symbolic protest
D. It represents competition among students
Answer: B
Q16. Identify the error in this sentence from Chapter 9:
“Life is about movement; it is ever ready to move upward folks who make the best use of their talents, money and opportunities.”
A. Misplaced semicolon
B. Missing comma after “upward”
C. Incorrect verb tense
D. Wrong subject-verb agreement
Answer: B
Q17. Which of the following best describes Bepo’s teaching philosophy?
A. Strict memorization and discipline above all
B. Holistic education with a focus on cultural awareness and moral integrity
C. Focus on foreign education exclusively
D. Competitive sports as the main priority
Answer: B
Q18. What recurring theme is highlighted throughout the twelve chapters?
A. Corruption and bribery
B. Leadership, morality, and cultural heritage
C. Technological advancement
D. Political ambition
Answer: B
Q19. What is the main reason Mr. Bepo joins Stardom Schools?
A. To get a higher salary
B. To start a new school
C. To bring his teaching expertise and manage students effectively
D. To meet the MD’s family
Answer: C
Q20. How is Stardom Schools described in the first chapter?
A. A new school struggling for students
B. An established school known for discipline and academic excellence
C. A school with outdated facilities
D. A school for foreign students only
Answer: B
Q21. Who is the Managing Director of Stardom Schools?
A. Mrs. Grace Apeh
B. Mrs. Ibidun Gloss
C. Mrs. Oyelana
D. Mrs. Audu
Answer: B
Q22. What is Bepo’s first impression of Stardom Schools?
A. He feels the school is disorganized
B. He is impressed by the structure, discipline, and student behavior
C. He is disappointed with the facilities
D. He feels the staff is unfriendly
Answer: B
Q23. What challenge does Bepo anticipate in his role at Stardom Schools?
A. Low student enrollment
B. Resistance from some staff and managing student discipline
C. Limited teaching materials
D. Lack of administrative support
Answer: B
Q24. In Chapter 1, the word “vibrant” used to describe the school’s environment most nearly means:
A. Quiet
B. Lively and full of energy
C. Expensive
D. Ordinary
Answer: B
Q25. The term “meticulous” used to describe Bepo’s approach to teaching means:
A. Careless and quick
B. Strict and harsh
C. Detailed and careful
D. Friendly and approachable
Answer: C
Q26. Based on Chapter 1, which of the following best describes Bepo’s character?
A. Lazy and indifferent
B. Experienced, principled, and passionate about students’ development
C. Focused only on earning money
D. Uncaring and impatient
Answer: B
Q27. Why is discipline emphasized as a key feature of Stardom Schools?
A. Because the school wants to reduce costs
B. To maintain high academic and moral standards among students
C. To compete with other schools for sports
D. To impress parents during Open Day
Answer: B
Q28. Identify the correctly punctuated sentence describing Bepo’s first day:
A. “Bepo arrived at Stardom Schools and he was impressed, by the students’ discipline.”
B. “Bepo arrived at Stardom Schools, and he was impressed by the students’ discipline.”
C. “Bepo arrived at Stardom Schools and, he was impressed by the students’ discipline.”
D. “Bepo arrived at Stardom Schools, and he, was impressed by the students’ discipline.”
Answer: B
Q29. Which sentence correctly uses a singular verb for a singular subject as per Chapter 1?
A. “The staff of Stardom Schools are very welcoming.”
B. “The staff of Stardom Schools is very welcoming.”
C. “The students goes to class on time.”
D. “The principal of the school were happy to meet Bepo.”
Answer: B
Q30. What initially raised Mrs. Gloss’ suspicion about the cooperative?
A. Missing student records
B. The number and value of cars parked at a school property
C. Unexplained teacher absences
D. Complaints from parents
Answer: B
Q31. Who accompanied Bepo to inspect the cooperative’s finances?
A. The school principal
B. The school accountant
C. The board secretary
D. The head of discipline
Answer: B
Q32. What did Bepo discover about staff loans?
A. All staff had cleared their loans
B. Only a few staff had borrowed money
C. Many staff had taken substantial loans from the cooperative
D. Loans were only for purchasing books
Answer: C
Q33. Which of the following best describes the board’s action after the investigation?
A. They dissolved the cooperative
B. They imposed stricter loan limits and required management approval for all loans
C. They fired Bepo for raising concerns
D. They ignored the issue
Answer: B
Q34. The phrase “raising suspicions” in the chapter implies:
A. Feeling doubtful or concerned
B. Celebrating success
C. Ignoring a situation
D. Praising achievements
Answer: A
Q35. The cooperative society is described in the chapter primarily as:
A. A source of student scholarships
B. A financial support system for staff loans
C. A sports club for teachers
D. A regulatory body for school fees
Answer: B
Q36. The board’s decision to limit loans reflects which principle of management?
A. Delegation without oversight
B. Financial accountability and control
C. Unlimited staff privileges
D. Avoiding transparency
Answer: B
Q37. Why was the discovery of cars problematic for the MD?
A. It suggested possible financial mismanagement within the cooperative
B. The cars were stolen from the school
C. Staff were using the cars for private businesses
D. The cars were parked illegally on public roads
Answer: A
Q38. The cooperative’s funds were primarily intended for:
A. Building new school classrooms
B. Supporting staff through loans for personal needs
C. Student excursions
D. Paying contractors
Answer: B
Q39. Which of the following best describes Bepo’s role in Chapter 2?
A. Passive observer
B. Investigative and responsible staff member
C. Unconcerned teacher
D. Student mentor
Answer: B
Q40. How did the board ensure that loans would be properly managed in the future?
A. By requiring some loan requests to be approved by the MD and management
B. By stopping all loans indefinitely
C. By increasing interest rates on loans
D. By giving loans without documentation
Answer: A
Q41. Which leadership quality of Bepo is most evident in Chapter 5?
A. Indifference
B. Courage and diligence in investigating financial matters
C. Avoidance of responsibility
D. Authoritarianism
Answer: B
Q42. What primarily fascinates Bepo about work abroad?
A. Fixed monthly salary
B. Flexible earnings (hourly, daily, weekly)
C. Free housing
D. Easy jobs
Answer: B
Q43. According to Bepo, the hourly wage system abroad suggests:
A. Laziness and idleness
B. Mobility, accountability, and the chance to earn more
C. Dependence on employers
D. Guaranteed wealth
Answer: B
Q44. How much could daily earnings of $150–$250 potentially yield monthly if working four days a week?
A. $1,500
B. $2,400
C. $3,000
D. $4,500
Answer: B
Q45. What factor strengthens Bepo’s confidence about relocating to the UK?
A. He has relatives in Nigeria
B. His wife is already established in the UK
C. He has savings at home
D. He dislikes Nigeria
Answer: B
Q46. What sacrifices are commonly associated with migration according to Sola?
A. Buying cars before departure
B. Selling possessions and borrowing funds
C. Skipping education
D. Quitting sports
Answer: B
Q47. Which social amenities attract Bepo to the UK?
A. Free entertainment
B. Free education and accessible healthcare
C. Expensive private schools
D. Luxury shopping
Answer: B
Q48. What warning does Bepo learn from stories of other migrants?
A. Migration guarantees success
B. Migration outcomes vary; adjustment may be hard
C. All jobs abroad are easy
D. Everyone thrives immediately
Answer: B
Q49. The proverb about sugarcane and bitter leaf illustrates:
A. Migration has uniform outcomes
B. Different people experience the same situation differently
C. Only good comes from moving abroad
D. Migration is always bitter
Answer: B
Q50. Which of the following demonstrates moral compromise in migration?
A. Selling personal property
B. Borrowing from friends
C. Misappropriating school funds to fund relocation
D. Learning new skills
Answer: C
Q51. Migration responsibility includes:
A. Sponsoring relatives abroad
B. Avoiding family obligations
C. Only thinking about oneself
D. Ignoring finances
Answer: A
Q52. How does Bepo ultimately feel about migration by the end of chapter 3?
A. Overconfident and careless
B. Determined but realistic
C. Afraid and indecisive
D. Indifferent
Answer: B
Q53. Which factor does Bepo see as essential for successful migration?
A. Luck only
B. Preparation, resilience, and circumstance
C. Money alone
D. Following friends
Answer: B
Q54. What aspect of overseas jobs motivates Bepo the most?
A. Ability to increase income through diligence
B. Free housing
C. Fixed monthly pay
D. Leisure time
Answer: A
Q55. What does Bepo learn about professionals like doctors and nurses abroad?
A. They earn significantly more than in Nigeria
B. They struggle financially
C. They rarely find jobs
D. They are unpaid for months
Answer: A
Q56. How did a former colleague fund migration?
A. By taking a sizeable cooperative loan
B. By winning a lottery
C. By selling a car
D. By begging friends
Answer: A
Q57. Why does Bepo feel migration will be smoother for him?
A. His wife is already established in the UK
B. He speaks perfect English
C. He has relatives in Nigeria
D. He has no children
Answer: A
Q58. What lesson does Bepo draw from Jare’s migration experience?
A. Migration outcomes vary; not all are successful
B. Everyone thrives instantly
C. Banking jobs are easy abroad
D. Migration is risk-free
Answer: A
Q59. What does Hope’s story illustrate about migration?
A. Dependence on a spouse can be risky
B. Everyone is independent abroad
C. Migration guarantees wealth
D. Emotional strain is negligible
Answer: A
Q60. Which statement reflects a moral compromise related to migration?
A. Misappropriating school funds to finance relocation
B. Learning new skills
C. Saving money
D. Planning legally
Answer: A
Q61. Why is structured earnings abroad appealing to Bepo?
A. They provide flexibility and accountability
B. They are always guaranteed
C. They require no work
D. They are lower than Nigerian salaries
Answer: A
Q62. What does Bepo realize about sponsoring relatives abroad?
A. It can impose financial and emotional strain
B. It is always easy
C. It is unnecessary
D. Everyone benefits equally
Answer: A
Q63. The overarching message Bepo learns about migration is:
A. Preparation, resilience, and circumstance determine success
B. Luck alone ensures triumph
C. Money guarantees happiness
D. Migration outcomes vary
Answer: D
Q64. Who called Mr. Bepo late at night?
A. Mrs. Ignatius
B. Mrs. Ladele
C. Sola
D. Favour
Answer: A
Q65. What relationship does Mrs. Ignatius have with Bepo?
A. Parent of a student
B. Sister-in-law
C. Former teacher
D. Neighbor
Answer: A
Q66. Why had Mrs. Ignatius resigned from her job?
A. To prepare for migration and learn new skills
B. To go on vacation
C. To study for exams
D. To start a business abroad
Answer: A
Q67. What revelation caused the Ignatius family’s visa denial?
A. DNA test showed Favour was not Mr. Ibe’s biological child
B. Financial documents were incomplete
C. Passport expired
D. The family failed the interview
Answer: A
Q68. How did Mr. Ibe react to the DNA revelation?
A. He expelled Mrs. Ignatius and Favour from the house
B. He applied for a new visa
C. He ignored the result
D. He blamed the embassy
Answer: A
Q69. What profession did Mr. Ibe hold?
A. Manager in an oil firm
B. Government teacher
C. Accountant
D. School principal
Answer: A
Q70. What was Mrs. Ignatius learning to contribute financially abroad?
A. Tailoring and hairdressing
B. Teaching and nursing
C. Driving and farming
D. Accountancy
Answer: A
Q71. Which child’s visa process revealed the family crisis?
A. Favour
B. Banky
C. Tosh
D. Bibi
Answer: A
Q72. What does the Ignatius case illustrate for Bepo?
A. Migration can expose hidden family fractures
B. Migration guarantees prosperity
C. All families are harmonious abroad
D. Bureaucracy is always fair
Answer: A
Q73. What memory reinforces Bepo’s awareness of parental influence?
A. The case of Mr. Ayesoro and student Bibi
B. Banky and Tosh’s rivalry
C. Sola’s migration
D. Jare’s caregiving struggles
Answer: A
Q74. Why was Mr. Ayesoro transferred to Stardom Hub?
A. To appease parental concerns
B. He requested a promotion
C. He was relocating abroad
D. He committed misconduct
Answer: A
Q75. How did students react to Mr. Ayesoro’s tribal marks?
A. They nicknamed him “Mr. Owala”
B. They admired him
C. They ignored him
D. They protested
Answer: A
Q76. What does Bepo anticipate might shield him from emotional entanglements?
A. Distance from Nigeria
B. Learning new skills
C. Taking another job
D. Remaining at Stardom
Answer: A
Q77. How did Bepo perceive affluent parents?
A. Unpredictable—generous or vindictive
B. Always cooperative
C. Ignorant of school rules
D. Always rational
Answer: A
Q78. What does the Ignatius case reveal about relocation?
A. It magnifies hidden family issues
B. It eliminates all conflict
C. It is risk-free
D. It guarantees happiness
Answer: A
Q79. What feeling dominates Bepo’s reflections during the night?
A. Burdened by the private storms of others
B. Excitement for travel
C. Joy at the family’s success
D. Indifference
Answer: A
Q80. How does Mrs. Ignatius approach Bepo?
A. Seeking counsel, sympathy, or someone to listen
B. Demanding immediate action
C. Threatening legal action
D. Ignoring him
Answer: A
Q81. What does Bepo note about parental perceptions in elite schools?
A. They strongly influence administrative decisions
B. They rarely affect teachers
C. They are always justified
D. They are insignificant
Answer: A
Q82. What prior experience does Bepo recall related to parental influence?
A. A teacher losing a classroom due to parental complaint
B. A student winning an award
C. Sola’s husband’s migration
D. Hope’s postgraduate struggle
Answer: A
Q83. What lesson does Bepo draw from the Ignatius case?
A. Migration is not purely economic; it can create emotional crises
B. Migration always succeeds
C. Money ensures a smooth transition
D. All children benefit equally
Answer: A
Q84. What emotion predominates Mrs. Ignatius’s call?
A. Distress
B. Happiness
C. Excitement
D. Indifference
Answer: A
Q85. How had the family prepared for relocation before the DNA test?
A. Mrs. Ignatius resigned and learned new skills
B. They built a new house abroad
C. They sold their property immediately
D. They ignored requirements
Answer: A
Q86. How does Bepo feel about being involved in private family issues?
A. Awkwardly responsible
B. Indifferent
C. Happy
D. Confident
Answer: A
Q87. Why is the Ignatius case ironic for Bepo?
A. Migration intended for opportunity caused exposure and betrayal
B. Migration solved all family issues
C. The family succeeded financially
D. The child excelled academically
Answer: A
Q88. What personal boundary does Bepo prefer to maintain with parents?
A. Professional limits without over-familiarity
B. Sharing family secrets
C. Ignoring students
D. Accepting gifts
Answer: A
Q89. Which student’s recurring dreams caused administrative action previously?
A. Bibi
B. Favour
C. Banky
D. Tosh
Answer: A
Q90. How did management respond to Bibi’s complaint?
A. Transferred Mr. Ayesoro without formal misconduct
B. Fired the teacher
C. Ignored the complaint
D. Promoted the teacher
Answer: A
Q91. What domestic issue arose due to migration plans?
A. Discovery of Favour’s parentage
B. Financial windfall
C. Scholarship award
D. Visa approval
Answer: A
Q92. How does Bepo reflect on the situation?
A. Contemplative about human vulnerability
B. Optimistic without reflection
C. Unconcerned
D. Dismissive
Answer: A
Q93. How does the Ignatius case affect Bepo’s view on migration?
A. Shows unintended consequences
B. Confirms migration guarantees success
C. Demonstrates easy transition
D. Suggests universal happiness
Answer: A
Q94. How long is Bepo’s reflection during the night?
A. Deep and thoughtful until late
B. Brief and distracted
C. During school hours
D. Only in the morning
Answer: A
Q95. Why does Mrs. Ignatius reach out to Bepo specifically?
A. Seeking advice and sympathy
B. For legal intervention
C. To complain formally
D. To request money
Answer: A
Q96. What lesson does the teacher transfer case teach about elite schools?
A. Parental perceptions can overrule formal rules
B. Merit always prevails
C. Policies are strictly followed
D. Teachers are untouchable
Answer: A
Q97. How does Bepo describe his own upcoming migration?
A. Seeking calmer horizons
B. Unconcerned with planning
C. Fearful of travel
D. Avoiding responsibility
Answer: A
Q98. What narrative potential does Bepo see in these events?
A. They could form a compelling story
B. They are forgettable
C. Only financial matters matter
D. They are irrelevant
Answer: A
Q99. Where did Mrs. Ibidun Gloss decide to take a walk during break time?
A. The school playground
B. A neighbouring park
C. A parcel of land acquired by the school
D. The school library
Answer: C
Q100. What surprised Mrs. Gloss on the school land?
A. It was empty
B. Students were playing football
C. It had been converted into an informal parking space with many vehicles
D. A new classroom was under construction
Answer: C
Q101. How did Mr. Bepo explain the source of the vehicles?
A. Staff obtained loans from Stardom Cooperative Society
B. Staff earned high salaries abroad
C. Vehicles were gifts from parents
D. The school purchased them
Answer: A
Q102. How much did the cooperative reportedly hold according to the financial report?
A. ₦50 million
B. ₦25 million
C. ₦95 million
D. ₦10 million
Answer: C
Q103. How much had been disbursed as loans from the cooperative?
A. Over ₦50 million
B. ₦95 million
C. ₦10 million
D. ₦25 million
Answer: A
Q104. What metaphor did Mrs. Gloss use for the potential threat of financial independence among staff?
A. Hanging a snake in the roof
B. A wolf in sheep’s clothing
C. A storm brewing silently
D. A ticking time bomb
Answer: A
Q105. What measures did the board take regarding cooperative loans?
A. Reduced loan limits to ₦250,000 per staff member
B. Prohibited all loans
C. Allowed unlimited loans
D. Outsourced the cooperative
Answer: A
Q106. Who had to approve all loans above a hundred thousand Naira from cooperative loan applications?
A. Principal
B. School accountant
C. Managing Director
D. Students’ council
Answer: C
Q107. What does the “snake in the roof” primarily symbolize?
A. A potential threat that requires vigilance
B. Theft of funds
C. A literal snake
D. Poor teaching standards
Answer: A
Q108. Which of the following best describes Mrs. Gloss’s health habit mentioned?
A. Prefers walking to managing chronic health condition
B. Runs marathons
C. Practices yoga daily
D. Sleeps in the office
Answer: D
Q109. On Open Day, what did some parents bring to teachers?
A. Appreciation, sometimes in cash or gifts
B. Legal notices
C. Letters of complaint only
D. Exams to correct
Answer: A
Q110. What was Mr. Guta’s complaint about Mr. Fafore?
A. Alleged grammatical error in his son’s notebook
B. Poor classroom management
C. Misappropriation of funds
D. Ignoring his child
Answer: A
Q111. How did Bepo feel about issuing termination letters?
A. Burdened, empathizing with human vulnerability
B. Excited
C. Indifferent
D. Relieved
Answer: A
Q112. What past humiliation influenced Bepo’s empathy?
A. Misusing ₦2,500 meant for electricity and being disconnected
B. Being demoted at school
C. Losing a passport
D. Losing a family member
Answer: A
Q113. What sentence did Mr. Guta believe was incorrect?
A. “Ade as well as Jide comes early”
B. “Ade come early”
C. “Jide and Ade comes early”
D. “Ade comes early and Jide”
Answer: A
Q114. What was Bepo’s grammatical explanation?
A. When linked by “as well as,” the verb agrees with the first subject
B. Always use a plural verb
C. Use singular for all cases
D. The sentence was incorrect
Answer: A
Q115. What did the MD instruct to verify Mr. Fafore’s correctness?
A. Use their phones to check the grammar rule
B. Ask students
C. Ask another teacher
D. Ignore the complaint
Answer: A
Q116. Who eased the tension after the teacher was reinstated?
A. Mr. Audu
B. Bepi
C. Mrs. Gloss
D. Mr. Guta
Answer: A
Q117. What lesson does this Open Day incident teach?
A. Decisions made in haste can undermine justice and morale
B. Parental complaints are always valid
C. Teachers never make mistakes
D. Admin authority is absolute
Answer: A
Q118. How long ago had the school acquired the parcel of land?
A. Two years
B. Five years
C. One year
D. Ten years
Answer: A
Q119. Why was Mrs. Gloss particularly concerned about staff obtaining loans?
A. Fear they might start competing institutions
B. She thought they stole money
C. She disliked cars
D. She wanted personal loans
Answer: A
Q120. How far was the land from the school’s back gate?
A. About five minutes
B. Ten minutes
C. One hour
D. Two minutes
Answer: A
Q121. What types of vehicles were on the land?
A. Modest cars and buses with school stickers
B. Motorcycles only
C. Staff bicycles
D. School trucks only
Answer: A
Q122. Who accompanied Bepo to the parcel of land?
A. The school accountant
B. The Vice Principal
C. Mrs. Apeh
D. Mr. Audu
Answer: A
Q123. What did the cooperative finance most of?
A. Vehicles for staff
B. School uniforms
C. Library books
D. School trips
Answer: A
Q124. How did Mrs. Gloss react after learning the cooperative finances?
A. Intensified concern about staff independence
B. Laughed it off
C. Approved more loans
D. Ignored the issue
Answer: A
Q125. What is Bepo’s main role in these chapter 5?
A. Principal mediating between administration and staff
B. Accountant
C. Managing Director
D. Parent
Answer: A
Q126. What is the risk of “financial independence” among staff?
A. Potential competition with the school
B. Theft of funds
C. Laziness
D. No risk
Answer: A
Q127. What event highlighted parental influence over school administration?
A. Mr. Fafore’s dismissal and reinstatement
B. Vehicle loans
C. Cooperative elections
D. Badagry excursion
Answer: A
Q128. What grammatical issue triggered the complaint?
A. Subject-verb agreement with “as well as”
B. Use of tense
C. Punctuation
D. Capitalization
Answer: A
Q129. Who initially disagreed with the MD’s decision on the complaint?
A. Mr. Bepo
B. Mr. Audu
C. Mr. Guta
D. Mrs. Gloss
Answer: A
Q130. What lesson does Bepo demonstrate to the MD?
A. Correct application of grammar rules
B. Ignoring parent complaints
C. Promoting staff wealth
D. Immediate dismissal of staff
Answer: A
Q131. How did Mr. Fafore react to the dismissal?
A. Devastated
B. Angry
C. Indifferent
D. Excited
Answer: A
Q132. Which humourist helped lighten the mood?
A. Mr. Audu
B. Bepo
C. Mr. Fafore
D. Mr. Guta
Answer: A
Q133. How does the story describe the cooperative’s potential threat?
A. Latent vulnerability requiring oversight
B. Immediate corruption
C. Theft in progress
D. Teacher rebellion
Answer: A
Q134. What is the MD’s chronic health condition?
A. Makes prolonged sitting uncomfortable
B. Vision impairment
C. Hearing loss
D. Asthma
Answer: A
Q135. How were staff vehicles labeled?
A. With Stardom School stickers
B. Personal stickers
C. Government plates
D. None
Answer: A
Q136. What action did the board take regarding oversight?
A. Reduced loan limits and required MD approval
B. Abolished the cooperative
C. Ignored the risk
D. Increased loan limits
Answer: A
Q137. Why was Bepo involved in both chapters?
A. To mediate school issues and protect fairness
B. To teach grammar
C. To monitor finances only
D. To discipline students
Answer: A
Q138. What do chapters (5&6) emphasize about school leadership?
A. Vigilance, fairness, and balance between rules and human factors
B. Absolute authority of MD
C. Ignoring staff concerns
D. Focus on profit over integrity
Answer: A
Q139. What was the initial conflict that triggered tension at Beesway Group of School?
A. The school’s name
B. Teacher salaries
C. Student discipline
D. School uniform
Answer: A
Q140. What name did Bepo insist the school should use?
A. Beesway Group of Schools
B. Beesway International School
C. Beesway Primary School
D. Beesway Academy
Answer: A
Q141. How did the director, Mr. Egi Meko, respond to Bepo’s suggestion?
A. Dismissed it as divinely inspired
B. Agreed immediately
C. Changed it to a different name
D. Consulted parents
Answer: A
Q142. Who were involved in the ritual Bepo witnessed?
A. Five men including the director
B. Only students
C. Staff members only
D. Parents
Answer: A
Q143. What did Bepo do when he saw the ritual about to occur?
A. Grabbed a machete and protested
B. Ignored it
C. Called the police immediately
D. Joined the ritual
Answer: A
Q144. What previous experience made Bepo wary of ritualistic practices?
A. An incident at Fruitful Future School
B. A TV documentary
C. A dream
D. Advice from a colleague
Answer: A
Q145. Why did Fruitful Future School eventually close?
A. Parents withdrew children after refusing a supernatural rite
B. Poor enrolment
C. Financial mismanagement
D. Parents withdrew their children due to devastated roads
Answer: D
Q146. What crime did Mr. Ogo later commit?
A. Murder of a civil servant
B. Fraud
C. Theft
D. Arson
Answer: A
Q147. What explanation did Director Meko give for the burial ritual?
A. Spiritual prayer for his late father
B. Celebration of school anniversary
C. Charity ritual
D. Fertility rite
Answer: A
Q148. What did this experience cement in Bepo’s mind?
A. Decision to leave Beesway and caution in leadership
B. Decision to join rituals
C. Distrust of students
D. Refusal to ever lead a school
Answer: A
Q149. What ongoing issue did Bepo reflect on as he prepared to leave Stardom Schools?
A. Unresolved disputes and unfinished projects
B. Teachers’ salaries
C. Student uniform policy
D. Renovation needs
Answer: A
Q150. What caused tension between Banky and Tosh?
A. Prefect election rivalry and parental involvement
B. Class attendance
C. Sports competition
D. Library books
Answer: A
Q151. How much did students pay for Head Boy/Girl election forms?
A. ₦50,000
B. ₦25,000
C. ₦40,000
D. ₦10,000
Answer: A
Q152. How long was the notice of shortlisted prefect candidates displayed?
A. Two weeks
B. One month
C. Three days
D. One day
Answer: A
Q153. What remark did Banky make during his Speech Day?
A. “Instead of voting for the son of an ex-convict, cast your vote for me.”
B. “Vote for me because I am popular.”
C. “I will make the school better.”
D. “Vote for Tosh.”
Answer: A
Q154. How long had Tosh’s father been detained?
A. 36 months
B. 12 months
C. 24 months
D. 48 months
Answer: A
Q155. What did Tosh’s father demand from Banky’s family?
A. Letters of apology and publication in the school magazine
B. Transfer of Banky to another school
C. Money only
D. Withdrawal of Banky from school
Answer: A
Q156. How did Bepo attempt to handle the dispute between families?
A. Mediation before it reached court
B. Ignored the issue
C. Favored Banky
D. Favored Tosh
Answer: A
Q157. What student-led initiative worried Bepo about being stalled?
A. Breath Project
B. Science fair
C. School debate
D. Sports tournament
Answer: A
Q158. What did the Breath Project involve?
A. Building phones from recycled panels and chips
B. Teaching breathing techniques
C. Environmental cleanup
D. Publishing a magazine
Answer: A
Q159. How did parental involvement affect school leadership?
A. Increased pressure and complexity in decision-making
B. Reduced teacher workload
C. Improved classroom discipline
D. No effect
Answer: A
Q160. How did Bepo view unresolved issues at Stardom Schools?
A. As unfinished business that required attention
B. As minor distractions
C. As irrelevant to his departure
D. As excuses for students
Answer: A
Q161. How did Banky’s remark impact Tosh immediately?
A. Tosh stormed out of the hall
B. Tosh laughed
C. Tosh applauded
D. Tosh ignored it
Answer: A
Q162. What does the chapter suggest about migration of leadership responsibilities?
A. Some tasks remain incomplete even after leaving
B. Everything is automatically resolved
C. Delegation always works
D. Projects fail intentionally
Answer: A
Q163. How did the cooperative loan episode (Chapter 5) compare with the student conflict?
A. Both highlight management challenges and ethical dilemmas
B. Both were about finances
C. Both were trivial
D. Both were student-led
Answer: A
Q164. What lesson does Bepo’s experience with ritualists emphasize?
A. Moral courage and professional integrity
B. Importance of superstition
C. Accepting tradition blindly
D. Avoiding education
Answer: A
Q165. Why did the parent, Mr. Ogo, withdraw his child from Fruitful Future School?
A. Bepo refused a supernatural rite
B. School fees were too high
C. Child was underperforming
D. Teacher strike
Answer: A
Q166. What was Bepo’s reaction to witnessing a live ritual?
A. Shaken and alarmed
B. Excited
C. Indifferent
D. Curious
Answer: A
Q167. What does “ritualists” in Chapter 7 symbolize?
A. Individuals intertwining superstition with unethical practices
B. Students’ hobbies
C. Religious leaders
D. Teachers’ meetings
Answer: A
Q168. How did Director Meko attempt to justify the ritual?
A. Spiritual prayer for his late father
B. To improve school performance
C. To scare staff
D. To attract students
Answer: A
Q169. How did the events of Chapter 8 illustrate parental power?
A. Parental disputes escalated to legal action affecting school peace
B. Parents followed rules
C. Parents donated funds
D. Parents ignored elections
Answer: A
Q170. Which class were Banky and Tosh in during the prefect election?
A. SSS2
B. JSS3
C. SSS1
D. SSS3
Answer: A
Q171. How did the Speech Day result affect the school atmosphere?
A. Heightened tension among students and staff
B. Celebratory mood
C. No effect
D. Teacher resignation
Answer: A
Q172. Why was the Invention Club’s project significant?
A. Attracted media, NGOs, and government attention
B. Only for fun
C. Required no effort
D. Was cancelled
Answer: A
Q173. What theme runs through both chapters?
A. Ethics, leadership challenges, and unfinished responsibilities
B. Strict obedience
C. Rituals and superstition only
D. Sports and academics
Answer: A
Q174. How did Bepo’s departure affect the pending issues?
A. Created uncertainty over their resolution
B. Resolved them automatically
C. Improved staff morale
D. Delayed elections intentionally
Answer: A
Q175. How much did students pay for deputy prefect election forms?
A. ₦40,000
B. ₦25,000
C. ₦50,000
D. ₦30,000
Answer: A
Q176. How much did students pay for other prefect positions?
A. ₦25,000
B. ₦40,000
C. ₦50,000
D. ₦15,000
Answer: A
Q177. What does Bepo’s reflection on Beesway and Stardom illustrate?
A. Importance of ethical leadership and handling unfinished duties
B. Avoiding conflict
C. Obedience to authority
D. Superstition is effective
Answer: A
Q178. Which of the following best describes Bepo’s leadership style?
A. Principled, cautious, and proactive
B. Indifferent and passive
C. Fearful and weak
D. Arbitrary and strict
Answer: A
Chapters 9–12: Laughing Waterfalls → Dawn
Q179. Which waterfall is the highest in West Africa, visited by Stardom students?
A. Erin Ijesha
B. Gurara
C. Owu
D. Ikogosi
Answer: C
Q180. Which state is the Ikogosi Warm Springs located in?
A. Osun
B. Kwara
C. Ekiti
D. Taraba
Answer: C
Q181. What cultural site did students visit in Bauchi?
A. National Museum
B. City Mall
C. Yakari Games Reserve
D. Ooni Palace
Answer: C
Q182. Which festival in Onitsha did students attend?
A. Argungu
B. Osun-Osogbo
C. Calabar Carnival
D. Ofala Festival
Answer: D
Q183. According to Bepo, what moves people “from slum to limelight”?
A. Luck
B. Bribery
C. Determination and wise use of talent
D. Family connections
Answer: C
Q184. Where does the name “Badagry” originate from?
A. Agbadarigi
B. Babadogri
C. Badagiri
D. Abagadri
Answer: A
Q185. What museum in Badagry deeply affected Bepo?
A. National Museum
B. Black Heritage Museum
C. MUSON Centre
D. National Theatre
Answer: B
Q186. What phenomenon did Bepo link to modern Nigerians working abroad?
A. Political activism
B. Japa
C. Cultural tourism
D. Local entrepreneurship
Answer: B
Q187. Which challenge in renewing his passport worried Bepo?
A. Expensive visa
B. Long flight delays
C. Bureaucracy and corruption
D. Lost documents
Answer: C
Q188. How long had Bepo’s passport been expired before renewal?
A. 1 year
B. 6 months
C. 2 years
D. 3 years
Answer: C
Q189. How much did Tai quote Bepo for a fast passport renewal?
A. N50,000
B. N70,000
C. N200,000–N250,000
D. N150,000
Answer: C
Q190. Where did Bepo ultimately go to renew his passport?
A. Lagos
B. Abuja
C. Ibadan
D. Port Harcourt
Answer: C
Q191. What was Bepo’s official ten-year passport fee?
A. N50,000
B. N60,000
C. N70,000
D. N90,000
Answer: C
Q192. How long did Bepo’s journey to Ibadan take?
A. 2 hours
B. 1 hour 30 minutes
C. 50 minutes
D. 90 minutes
Answer: C
Q193. How much did Bepo tip the immigration officer?
A. N1,000
B. N5,000
C. N2,000
D. N500
Answer: C
Q194. What literary work did Bepo recall while in Ibadan?
A. Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart
B. Soyinka’s Death and the King’s Horseman
C. J.P. Clark’s Ibadan poem
D. Wole Soyinka’s poetry
Answer: C
Q195. Which day did the novelty match of staff vs. students occur during Bepo’s farewell?
A. Monday
B. Tuesday
C. Wednesday
D. Thursday
Answer: C
Q196. What was the score of the novelty match?
A. 2–1
B. 4–3
C. 3–2
D. 5–4
Answer: C
Q197. What topic was debated on Thursday during Bepo’s farewell?
A. Technology vs. Science
B. The arts have contributed more to national development than the sciences
C. School discipline
D. Education funding
Answer: B
Q198. What inspired the special Canoe dance performance?
A. Gurara Falls excursion
B. Historical reenactment
C. Students’ trip to Badagry and the Heritage Slavery Museum
D. Traditional Yoruba festival
Answer: C
Q199.How much did Stardom gift Bepo upon his farewell?
A. $5,000
B. $7,500
C. $10,000
D. $12,000
Answer: C
Q200. Who delivered a speech praising Bepo at the farewell?
A. Mrs. Grace Apeh
B. Mr. Oyelana
C. Mrs. Ibidun Gloss
D. Mr. Audu
Answer: C
Q201. What date and time was Bepo’s flight scheduled?
A. 10:00 p.m.
B. 6:00 p.m.
C. 9:00 p.m.
D. 8:00 p.m.
Answer: A
Q202. Who insisted on driving Bepo to the airport?
A. Mr. Audu
B. Mr. Oyelana
C. Mr. Ogunwale, his landlord
D. Mrs. Grace Apeh
Answer: C
Q203. What essential items did Bepo carry, advised by his wife?
A. Rice and beans
B. Egusi, iru, dry snails, and crayfish
C. Yams and fish
D. Flour and spices
Answer: B
Q204. How much did Bepo sell his car for?
A. N1 million
B. N1.2 million
C. N1.5 million
D. N2 million
Answer: C
Q205. Which market did Bepo source his food items from?
A. Balogun Market
B. Lekki Market
C. Oyingbo Market
D. Mushin Market
Answer: C
Q206. Who accompanied Bepo to check-in at the airport?
A. Only his family
B. Only his wife
C. Vice principal, accountant, and Mr. Audu
D. Only students
Answer: C
Q207. How many slaves did Bepo dream he counted at Badagry’s Point of No Return?
A. 5 million
B. 6 million
C. 7 million
D. 8 million
Answer: C
Q208. Who tapped Bepo on the shoulder, pulling him from his dream?
A. Another student
B. A teacher
C. An airline official
D. His wife
Answer: C
Q209. What phrase did students chant when Bepo returned to Stardom?
A. “Welcome back!”
B. “Long live the principal!”
C. “Principoo!”
D. “Hurray, Bepo!”
Answer: C
Q210. What declaration did Bepo make upon returning?
A. “I am leaving soon!”
B. “I am here to complete my mission!”
C. “I will return next year!”
D. “I am done with Stardom!”
Answer: B
Q211. What did Bepo realize about his mission at Stardom?
A. It depended on his physical presence alone
B. It was completed but forgotten
C. Its impact would continue through values and legacy
D. It was futile
Answer: C
Q212. Which excursion emphasized historical awareness in students?
A. Owu Falls
B. Ikogosi Springs
C. Badagry and the Heritage Museum
D. Gurara Falls
Answer: C
Q213. How did Bepo describe the juxtaposition of historical slavery and modern “japa”?
A. Both were forms of willing submission to oppressive systems
B. Both were enjoyable experiences
C. Both were unrelated
D. Both were exciting opportunities
Answer: A
Q214. Which cities did Stardom students tour in Lagos?
A. Ikoyi and Lekki only
B. Mushin, Ajegunle, and Ijora
C. Banana Island only
D. Mushin, Ajegunle, Ijora, and Onikan
Answer: D
Q215. Which principle did Bepo emphasize to students visiting slums?
A. Never visit poor areas
B. Talents, time, and education move you forward
C. Wealth is predetermined
D. Luck matters most
Answer: B
Q216. What was Bepo’s emotional reaction during the Canoe dance?
A. Laughed
B. Screamed “Noooo!”
C. Fell asleep
D. Applauded silently
Answer: B
Q217. What lesson is central to Chapters 9–12?
A. Cultural awareness, perseverance, and legacy
B. Wealth accumulation
C. Physical strength
D. Sportsmanship
Answer: A
Q218. How does Bepo view student excursions?
A. Purely recreational
B. Time-wasting
C. Essential for cultural pride and historical awareness
D. Optional activity
Answer: C
Q219. Which of these waterfalls is in Osun State?
A. Owu
B. Ikogosi
C. Erin Ijesha
D. Gurara
Answer: C
Q220. What did the excursions teach students about Nigeria?
A. Its heritage, culture, and opportunities
B. Its politics only
C. Its food
D. Its geography only
Answer: A
Q221. How did Bepo describe Nigerians pursuing “japa”?
A. As modern explorers
B. As willing participants in labor exploitation
C. As tourists
D. As unemployed
Answer: B
Q222. Which payment did Tai request for passport facilitation?
A. Official fee only
B. Bribe of N100,000
C. Cash gifts to staff
D. Only travel expenses
Answer: B
Q223. What lesson did Bepo learn from renewing his passport?
A. Corruption can be bypassed with bribes
B. Perseverance and caution are essential
C. It is easy to follow official processes
D. Immigration staff are honest
Answer: D
Q224. How long after document submission was data capturing scheduled?
A. 1 week
B. 2 weeks
C. 3 weeks
D. 4 weeks
Answer: C
Q225. What literary device did the poem about Ibadan use?
A. Simile
B. Metaphor
C. Imagery
D. Hyperbole
Answer: C
Q226. Who was the games master during the novelty match?
A. Mr. Oyelana
B. Mr. Audu
C. Mr. Ibe
D. Mrs. Gloss
Answer: C
Q227. How many days did the farewell celebration last?
A. 3
B. 5
C. 7
D. 4
Answer: C
Q228. What did the farewell gift symbolize?
A. Salary increase
B. Recognition of contribution and legacy
C. Reimbursement
D. Punishment
Answer: C
Q229. Which of these was NOT a festival attended by students?
A. Argungu Festival
B. Osun-Osogbo Festival
C. Rio Carnival
D. Calabar Carnival
Answer: C
Q230. Which Nigerian city hosts the National Theatre visited by students?
A. Ibadan
B. Lagos
C. Abuja
D. Port Harcourt
Answer: B
Q231. What did Bepo notice about Nigerians’ religiosity?
A. Many religionists but few godly people
B. Everyone was pious
C. Churches were empty
D. Mosques were abandoned
Answer: A
Q232. Why was the Badagry visit moving for Bepo?
A. He enjoyed the scenery
B. Harrowing history of slavery
C. Fun excursions
D. Food tasting
Answer: B
Q233. Which proverb did Bepo recall about legacies?
A. “Even if Onirese bows out, his carvings endure”
B. “Strike while the iron is hot”
C. “A stitch in time saves nine”
D. “Many hands make light work”
Answer: A
Q234. How did students react to less affluent Lagos areas?
A. With derision
B. With joy
C. With admiration
D. With fear
Answer: A
Q235. What did Bepo sell to the Stardom accountant?
A. Electronics
B. Car
C. Furniture
D. Books
Answer: B
Q236. What emotional state did Bepo experience on the plane?
A. Fear
B. Confusion
C. Alternated between dream-like state and reality
D. Excitement
Answer: C
Q237. What did students chant when they lifted Bepo on their shoulders?
A. “Hurrah, Bepo!”
B. “Principoo!”
C. “Welcome!”
D. “Bravo!”
Answer: B
Q238. What lesson do the chapters suggest about leadership?
A. It is easy and uncomplicated
B. Requires wealth only
C. Requires perseverance, moral courage, and legacy-building
D. Requires ritual participation
Answer: C
Q239. Which state is Erin Ijesha Waterfalls located in?
A. Ekiti
B. Osun
C. Kwara
D. Taraba
Answer: B
Q240. What did Bepo reflect on while visiting Badagry?
A. Slavery and moral implications of modern migration
B. Tourist experiences only
C. Cultural dances
D. Food culture
Answer: A
Q241. Which city did students NOT tour during the excursions?
A. Lagos
B. Bauchi
C. Ibadan
D. Kano
Answer: C
Q242. How did Bepo ensure essential items for travel?
A. Traveled without planning
B. Bought from Lekki Market
C. Sourced from Oyingbo Market
D. Ignored travel essentials
Answer: C
Q243. What was Bepo’s flight boarding time?
A. 3:00 p.m.
B. 4:00 p.m.
C. 5:00 p.m.
D. 6:00 p.m.
Answer: C
Q244. Which colleague accompanied Bepo to the airport?
A. Only his wife
B. Mr. Oyelana
C. His landlord
D. Mrs. Gloss
Answer: C
Q245. What did Bepo dream about before boarding?
A. Counting slaves at the Point of No Return
B. A football match
C. A beach party
D. Visiting a friend
Answer: A
Q246. How did Bepo feel when reflecting on his time at Stardom?
A. Indifferent
B. Nostalgic and emotional
C. Angry
D. Relieved only
Answer: B
Q247. How did students ensure Bepo’s presence was celebrated after his return?
A. Organized a debate
B. Rushed to the gate chanting “Principoo!”
C. Sent letters
D. Gave gifts
Answer: B
Q248. What is the overarching theme of Chapters 9–12?
A. Education, heritage, leadership, perseverance, and legacy
B. Fun excursions only
C. Corruption only
D. Sports activities
Answer: C
249. Unexpected happened! Which of the days of the week?
A. Tuesday
B. Monday
C. Saturday
D. Wednesday
Answer: B
