Observation

This question was also popular. Candidates who attempted this question only gave a narration of the storyline. Only a few related the theme to the question and identified the character of Lakunle. 
A good response should contain the following:

• The theme of conflict between tradition and modernity
• Character identification of Lakunle.

• His lack of perception: he fails to see how he is regarded in the society (Sidi is always mocking him). He does not accept Sidi’s view of a man’s role in the society. He is very wrong about Sidi marrying him without the bride price

• His flippant and comic nature: leaves the classroom to go after Sidi when class is in session; discounts the issue of the bride price, uses fanciful names for Sidi thinking he is endearing himself to her. He displays ignorance regarding cultural matters, such as Sidi carrying a pail of water and he saying she is shortening her neck.
• His attachment to ‘modern’ ways: he is passionate about the failed railway project; he is obsessed with modern things; he loves the English language, but he speaks it in a bombast way

Candidates’ performance in this question was average.