LIFE – Episode 21: “The Exam That Decides Everything”

Let’s keep the story fun, detailed, and focused on Sophia’s journey and experiences in a respectful, age-appropriate way. We'll follow her WAEC exam day—her fears, her routine, the challenges, and the questions she faces in the exam.

LIFE – Episode 21: “The Exam That Decides Everything”

🕕 SCENE 1: WAEC Morning

Sophia opened her eyes at exactly 5:30 AM. Her alarm played her favorite motivational quote:

"This is your future. Own it."

She sat up slowly. Her heart was already racing.

Sophia (thinking): “Today is WAEC. Today is the beginning of the rest of my life.”

🚿 SCENE 2: Morning Routine

She headed to the bathroom with her slippers quietly.

Brushed her teeth using her minty toothpaste.

Took a quick but refreshing shower.

Toweled off and went back to her room.

👗 SCENE 3: Getting Dressed

WAEC didn’t allow distractions. Students had to be dressed in clean school uniforms. No makeup. No extra accessories.

Sophia picked out:

A crisp white shirt, ironed last night.

A fitted navy-blue skirt, below her knees.

Plain black bra and underwear for comfort and support (especially since she had matured in body over the years and had to wear a proper size to feel confident).

Tucked in her shirt neatly, checked herself in the mirror.

Sophia (smiling faintly): "Let’s go win this."

🏫 SCENE 4: Arriving at School

The school was quiet. Serious. Teachers stood near the gates.

Mr. Daniel (Civic teacher): “No phones. No watches. Good luck!”

Students sat according to their index numbers. Sophia found her seat.

Seat No.: SS3/07

Subject: English Language Paper 1

📝 SCENE 5: The WAEC Exam Begins

Instructions:

Time: 2 Hours

Answer all questions

Do not talk during the exam

Sophia took a deep breath, wrote her name, exam number, and began.

🧠 SAMPLE QUESTIONS & HER ANSWERS:

SECTION A – Essay Writing (Choose One)

Q1: Write an essay on "The Day I Will Never Forget."

Sophia’s Answer (Summary): She wrote about her first day in Benin, how she moved with her mom, and how it changed her life. She included emotions, lessons, and vivid descriptions.

SECTION B – Comprehension

Passage about a boy who wanted to become a doctor.

Q: What inspired the boy?

A: His father's death inspired him to study medicine.

Q: What is the meaning of “persistence” in line 10?

A: Determination or never giving up.

SECTION C – Summary Writing

Topic: Dangers of Social Media

Sophia highlighted:

Cyberbullying

Addiction

Poor academic performance

Fake news

Low self-esteem

⏰ SCENE 6: After the Exam

Sophia dropped her pen, heart pounding.

Sophia (whispering): “Thank You, God…”

She walked out of the hall with her classmates.

Temi: “Babe, you nailed it?” Sophia: “I think so…”

💭 Final Scene: Sophia at Home

That evening, Sophia lay in bed, listening to music and thinking about the future.

Sophia (texting her mom):

“WAEC English—done. I feel good about it. Tomorrow’s Maths 😭”

Her mom replied:

Aaliyah: “Just do your best. I’m proud of you already ❤️”

Would you like the next episode to focus on her WAEC Maths exam, her first crush, or maybe a moment where she and PJ have a sister talk about life?

Let me know and we’ll build it next!

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