"The Plantation" By Ovo Adagha

Who alerts the village about the petrol?

• Jackson

• Ochuko

• Efe

• Emi

What frightens Ochuko following the explosion?

• Screaming Demons

• The Heat

• The Smoke

• All of the above

What does Namidi use in order to collect petrol when he first discovers it?

• Pot

• Gas canister

• Rubber Gourd

• Bucket

As Namidi returns and interacts with the women of the village, what is his reaction?

• Angry

• Calm

• Annoyed

• Not bothered

What is the definition of harmattan?

• A very dry, dusty easterly or northeasterly wind on the West African coast, occurring from December to February.

• The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection and community.

• A Chadic ethnic group based primarily in the Sahel and sparse savanna areas of southern Niger and northern Nigeria.

• A day of celebration in Nigeria.

Did you read the story? Yes or No?

Who is Jackson?

• Namidis oldest child

• A greasy-looking youth who resides in the village.

• Ochukos cousin

• The son of a rival rubber plantation owner

What animals does Ochuko see when he is hiding under the bed?

• Rats

• Crows

• Ants

• Snakes

What wetland is the story located in?

• Baturiya Wetland

• Jesse swamps

• Maladumba Lake

• Pandam and Wase lakes

How does Namidi see his plantation?

• In awe, he loves his plantation and feels he is connected to it.

• Disapointment, he feels his plantation is underperforming and not benefiting his family.

• Anger, he sees his plantation as a shackle and is holding him back.