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UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
Why was Mr Bepo initially reluctant to renew his passport?
A
He had lost his passport
B
He was too busy with his teaching duties
C
He had heard about the hassles applicants were facing
D
He did not plan to travel abroad anytime soon
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
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.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71595)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
How much was the official fee for a 10-year passport renewal (64 pages)?
A
N250,000
B
N100,000
C
N1,000,000
D
N70,000
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
This can be found on page 49 of the novel.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71596)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
Why did Bepo choose Ibadan for his passport renewal?
A
It was closer to his location
B
He was advised that the process would be easier there
C
He had a friend who worked in immigration there
D
The fees were lower in Ibadan
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Bepo knew that travelling to neighbouring states like Ogun, Oyo, Osun and Kwara would make the passport renewal easier and faster as there would be fewer crowds than in Lagos so he settled to renew his passport in Ibadan, Oyo State. This can be found on page 48 of the novel.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71597)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
What can be inferred about Tai's role in the passport renewal process?
A
He is a middleman exploiting applicants
B
He was a legitimate immigration officer
C
He was an honest businessman offering his services
D
He was unaware of the actual renewal process
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
According to the novel, Tai was no immigrant personnel. He was just an ordinary business centre operator working in cahoots with some immigration staff. While some would call the guy a consultant, others might brand him a recketeer. This can be found on page 52 of the novel.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71598)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
What does the phrase "in cahoots" most likely mean in the context of Tai and the immigration staff?
A
In conflict with
B
Secretly collaborating with
C
Officially associated with
D
Unknowingly assisting
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
To be "in cahoots" with someone means to "secretly collaborate" with them, especially for the purpose of deceiving and exploiting others.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71599)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
Why does Mr Bepo delay his flight to the UK?
A
The airline cancels his flight
B
He is required to attend a farewell celebration
C
He needs to finalise his resignation paperwork
D
He has a last-minute meeting with the MD
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Mr Bepo had to alter his departure date so that he could attend the farewell celebration planned for him by the school. The school agreed to pay the $100 fine that came with the alteration. This can be found on page 54 of the novel.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71600)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
What Yoruba adage does Mr Bepo recall after the debate at the farewell celebration?
A
A wise man never leaves his work unfinished
B
The work of a teacher outlives their time
C
Success is not final; failure is not fatal
D
Even if the master carver retires, his carvings remain
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
This can be found on page 55 of the novel.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71601)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
Why does Mr Bepo yell "Noooo!" during the drama club performance at the farewell celebration?
A
He was disappointed with the dance
B
He is overwhelmed by memories of the Heritage Slave Museum
C
He feels the performance is disrespectful
D
He disagrees with the students' portrayal of history
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
While the drama class presented in front of Mr Bepo, they presented a Canoe dance of the Badagry people. This dance transported him back to Badagry where he had pictured the slaves and their agonies. This can be found on page 55 and 56 of the novel.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71602)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
What was the farewell gift presented to Mr Bepo?
A
A framed picture of the staff and students
B
A plaque commemorating his years of service
C
A cheque for $10,000
D
A plane ticket to his new destination
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
This can be found on page 58 of the novel.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71603)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
At what time is Mr Bepo's flight to the UK scheduled to depart?
A
5:00pm
B
10:00 pm
C
1:00 pm
D
8:00 pm
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Bepo was billed to jet out with Emirates Airlines at 10:00pm on Saturday. This can be found on page 59 of the novel.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71604)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
Who offers to drive Mr Bepo to the airport?
A
Mrs Grace Apeh
B
Mr Oyelana
C
Mr Ogunwale
D
The Stardom accountant
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Mr Ogunwale, Mr Bepo's landlord offered to drive him to the airport. This can be found on page 60 of the novel.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71605)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
What did Mr Bepo's wife insist he should pack for his trip to the UK?
A
Locust beans, egusi, ground crayfish and dry snail
B
New clothes and electronics
C
Fruits and water
D
His passport and essential documents
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
His wife had advised Mr Bepo to pack iru (locust beans) and egusi (melon seeds) ground with crayfish and she also requested that he buy dry snails. This can be found on page 60 of the novel.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71606)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
What is the primary setting of The Lekki Headmaster?
A
Beesway Group of School
B
Stardom Schools
C
The Black Heritage Museum, Badagry
D
Mushin, Lagos
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The primary setting of the novel is Stardom Schools. This is where most of the events take place and it is also the source of Mr Bepo's conflict i.e. whether to keep working there as he has for more than two decades or to relocate abroad to join his wife and children.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71607)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
Who is the protagonist of the novel?
A
Mr Alabi
B
Mrs Grace Apeh
C
Mrs Ibidun Gloss
D
Mr Adewale Adebepo
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Mr Adewale Adebbepo aka Bepo aka The Lekki Headmaster is the protagonist of the novel. It is around him that the events in the novel are centred.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71608)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2025
English Grammar
Solution
What is Mr Bepo's profession?
A
A doctor
B
A principal
C
A businessman
D
A historian
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Mr Bepo is the principal at Stardom Schools, Lekki.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #71609)