Answers to Fathers of Nations Excerpt 17
Here are the answers to fathers of nations excerpt 17
Fathers Of Nations Excerpt 17 Answers a Mckenzie introduces herself to Dr Afolabi, thanks him
for agreeing to sit for the interview and narrates the history of her adoption
by the Scottish missionaries. b (i) Simile We are told Dr Afolabi likens Ms Mckenzie to the
cuteness of a button and the sharpness of a needle. (ii) Exaggeration The author says Mckenzie's eyes were wide and white
like a pair of moons. c) Education Mckenzie highlights that Dr Afolabi studied at Harvard
University in the USA and teaches at the University of Ibadan in Nigeria. d) Honest
She freely narrates to Afolabi the history of her
adoption by the Scottish missionaries. Afolabi barely knows her, yet she
demonstrates her honesty and openness as a journalist. Curious She already knows Dr Afolabis' educational background
and goes ahead to ask more questions regarding the summit. e) Mckenzie apologises to Dr Afolabi for disappointing
him with her demeaning statement. He asks his age and recommends he take a
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