1. In BuchiEmecheta'sThe Joys of Motherhood, it appears that life in urban Lagos is quite different from life in rural Ibuza. Nnaife and Nnu Ego live in the city but they appear firmly connected to their village. What do you think? Is life in Lagos any different than it is in Ibuza? How? Please explain, using Nnaife and Nnu Ego's experience.
2. Suppose you are a resident of Ibuza, Nigeria and are interested in migrating to Lagos. What factors and/or conditions would influence your decision to migrate to Lagos? Does migration help or hinder development in Africa? Please explain.
3. In the historical context of Africa's development, there is European colonialism. What was/is European colonialism in Africa? When did it start and when did it end? What did Africans gain from the experience of European colonialism in Africa?