Please answer the following questions based on the readings. The readings covered are:

1. The New Population Bomb: The Four Megatrends That Will Change the World, Jack A. Goldstone.
2. Adolescent Fertility in Nigeria: Implications for Economic Growth, Oziengbe Scott Aigheyisi, Blessing O. Oligbi

QUESTIONS:

Q1. The author discusses the four mega-trends, namely Europe's Reversal of Fortunes, Aging Pains, Youth and Islam in the Developing World, and Urban Sprawl. Explain each trend briefly (4x2 = 8 marks).

Q2. Discuss what the author meant by 'Diffusing the Bomb'? Also provide your viewpoints about the author's point of view. (2+2 = 4 marks)

Q3. What is adolescent fertility rate? Discuss minimum 3 impacts of adolescent fertility rate on economic growth in Nigeria based on the article. (2+6 = 8 marks)

Length: Try to be specific and to the point. There is no page limits.

Marking will be based on the following criteria:

• Referred to the data from the article
• Answered all the components of the question
• Answer sufficiently addresses the key points and provides enough evidences.
• Information are accurate, writing is original and has analyzed critically.