Scribd
Upload
473 views2 pages

Fathers of Nations Answers

Ms. Mckenzie questions Dr. Afolabi about his newfound optimism regarding Africa's future despite his previously pessimistic views in his book titled 'Failure of States.' Dr. Afolabi is characterized as proud, short-tempered, rude, and defensive, while also advising heads of state at a summit. Additionally, he discusses 'Way Omega,' a document aimed at developing Africa by addressing political issues like military coups and rigged elections.

Uploaded by

chepchirchirmutai540
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
473 views2 pages

Fathers of Nations Answers

Ms. Mckenzie questions Dr. Afolabi about his newfound optimism regarding Africa's future despite his previously pessimistic views in his book titled 'Failure of States.' Dr. Afolabi is characterized as proud, short-tempered, rude, and defensive, while also advising heads of state at a summit. Additionally, he discusses 'Way Omega,' a document aimed at developing Africa by addressing political issues like military coups and rigged elections.

Uploaded by

chepchirchirmutai540
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 2

a) 'Then answer my question.' Which question has Ms Mckenzie asked Dr. Afolabi?

(2 marks)

What makes you (Dr. Afolabi) this optimistic about Africa's future now, when in your book you were very
pessimistic?

b) Dr. Afolabi says that he does not think he has to defend his book before anyone. What is the title of
his book? (1 mark)

Failure of States.

c) From the information in this excerpt, describe the character of Dr. Afolabi. (6 marks)

proud

short-tempered

Rude

defensive

d) Using clear illustrations, identify two styles used in the excerpt. (4 marks)

Metaphor- he had seen a lamb…….lioness

Rhetorical questions- what joy.....interview?

Dialogue- dialogue between Fiona and Dr. Abiola.

e) What is Dr. Afolabi's role during the heads of state summit? (2 marks)

His role is to advise heads of state during the summit.

f) From what Dr. Afolabi explains to Ms. Mckenzie, describe what Way Omega entails. (3 marks)

It is a document with ways to develop Africa. It is meant to change Africa's politics by eliminating
military coups, rigged election and civil wars
g) What happens immediately after this excerpt? (3 marks)

Ms. Mckenzie mobile phone rings. Her boss calls her back to the office and she informs Dr. Afolabi that
she gathers her things

h) Give the meaning of the following words as used in the excerpt. (4 marks)

Vulnerable-defenseless, hopeless, weak

Pessimistic-negative, without hope

Defensive-displaying sensitivity to criticism

Third-rate- of less value, low class

You might also like