This question is based on ‘The Lekki Headmaster’. What does Bepo’s height and eye ability symbolize in the school?

This question is based on ‘The Lekki Headmaster’.

What does Bepo’s height and eye ability symbolize in the school?

  1. His ability to manage discipline
  2. His physical power over students
  3. His exceptional ability to supervise exams ✓
  4. His intimidating presence

Explanation

Poverty is inability to meet basic needs. Absolute poverty: below minimum survival level. Relative poverty: below average living standards in society. Multidimensional poverty includes: income, education, health, housing.

Causes: unemployment, low wages, inadequate education, illness, corruption, discrimination, lack of opportunity. Structural factors (economy, institutions) and individual factors (skills, choices) interact.

Solutions: economic growth (creates jobs), education and training, social safety nets, healthcare access, microfinance, good governance. Nigeria has various poverty reduction programs but poverty remains widespread.