Question 3
BAYO ADEBOWALE: Lonely Days
How does Alani reject his ancestry in the novel?
Observation
Many candidates attempted this question. Most candidates merely narrated Alani’s preference to live in Ibadan.
The following points should be well developed by the candidates:
- Statement of the theme of cultural conformity.
- Character identification.
- Changes in the character and appearance of Alani.
- His attitude after his father’s death, towards his father’s property and the custom/culture of Kufi.
- His change of attitude towards his mother.
- His rejection of Uncle Deyo’s advice.
Candidates’ performance in this question was good.