English Language, 2019, JAMB Exam, Exam, Paper 1 | Objectives

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2019

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English Language

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JAMB Exam

Paper 1 | Objectives

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	Questions below are based on Bolaji Abdullahi's "Sweet Sixteen".
81.	As it relates to sex education, Aliya's father advised that A. she should abstain totally from sex as this is the worst sin ever in the history of human civilisation B. she should wisely decide before letting go of her body C. she should be mindful of her company of friends and the media's influence on sexual affairs D. sexual affair is no longer a hidden issue and she should wisely make her choices Show Content Detailed Solution Mr Bello warned Aliya to be careful as regarding the kind of movies, books and progammes she entertain as well the company of friends she keeps. There is an explanation video available below.	C
82.	Which one of the following critically relates to the novel's subject of concern A. youthful ambition and confusion B. socialization C. religious bigotry D. the futility of life Show Content Detailed Solution The novelist placed emphatic importance on the value of home training and socialisation. This is exemplified in the information and communication gap between Aliya and her father. There is an explanation video available below.	B
83.	A child's choice of career is a matter of A. glamorous desire B. passion C. public perception as to the success rate and earnings of a profession D. parental discretion Show Content Detailed Solution The novelist noted that the choice of career of a child shouldn't be based on parental discretion as what is sellable and commands respect in the society but as to their child's interest in the course, with a bit of parental guidance. There is an explanation video available below.	B
84.	The novelist noted that stereoscopic people should be A. condemned for their bad thinking B. encouraged by admonition C. corrected of their bad thinking D. challenged to take up social responsibilities Show Content Detailed Solution The novelist acclaimed that stereoscopic persons are only victims of bad thinking and shouldn't be condemned in return for their ignorance. They should rather be corrected. There is an explanation video available below.	C
85.	All in all, Aliya has ... A. the inheritance of her parents both in knowledge and assets B. been challenged to be exceptional in all her endeavors C. the responsibility to pass on the lessons of her father to her own children D. been portrayed as the definition of beauty and character Show Content Detailed Solution The most important thing is not only for Aliya to abide by her father's advise built to as well lead such legacies for her children and the generations to come. There is an explanation video available below.	C
86.	The employer, not the sales boy and his partner ........ responsible for the loss A. are B. are being C. are never D. is Show Content Detailed Solution Going by the rule of concord, the phrase 'not his sales boy or his partner' is not part of the subject 'the employer'. Therefore, the singular verb should be used. There is an explanation video available below.	D
87.	........ one ........ the other A. either/or B. neither/nor C. either/nor D. neither/or Show Content Detailed Solution Option A is the best answer. Note that 'either' goes with 'or' and the usage of both creates an impression as to alternatives. There is an explanation video available below.	A
88.	It is high time we ........ seeing her A. stop B. will stop C. stopped D. stops Show Content Detailed Solution 'It is high time' suggests that something should be done and that it is already a bit late. There is an explanation video available below.	C
89.	You can have ........ of these two books A. either B. none C. any D. some Show Content Detailed Solution 'Either' is used when there is an alternative choice or decision to be made. There is an explanation video available below.	A
90.	Either Buntu or you ........ to go A. was B. are C. has D. is Show Content Detailed Solution The rule of concord states an exception, that is when either or neither joins to subjects (one singular and the other plural) the verb should be chosen by considering the nearer of the two subjects. This means that if the second subject is plural the verb should be plural 'You' can take a plural form, therefore option B is the safest answer. There is an explanation video available below.	B

	Questions below are based on Bolaji Abdullahi's "Sweet Sixteen".
81.	As it relates to sex education, Aliya's father advised that A. she should abstain totally from sex as this is the worst sin ever in the history of human civilisation B. she should wisely decide before letting go of her body C. she should be mindful of her company of friends and the media's influence on sexual affairs D. sexual affair is no longer a hidden issue and she should wisely make her choices Show Content Detailed Solution Mr Bello warned Aliya to be careful as regarding the kind of movies, books and progammes she entertain as well the company of friends she keeps. There is an explanation video available below.	C
82.	Which one of the following critically relates to the novel's subject of concern A. youthful ambition and confusion B. socialization C. religious bigotry D. the futility of life Show Content Detailed Solution The novelist placed emphatic importance on the value of home training and socialisation. This is exemplified in the information and communication gap between Aliya and her father. There is an explanation video available below.	B
83.	A child's choice of career is a matter of A. glamorous desire B. passion C. public perception as to the success rate and earnings of a profession D. parental discretion Show Content Detailed Solution The novelist noted that the choice of career of a child shouldn't be based on parental discretion as what is sellable and commands respect in the society but as to their child's interest in the course, with a bit of parental guidance. There is an explanation video available below.	B
84.	The novelist noted that stereoscopic people should be A. condemned for their bad thinking B. encouraged by admonition C. corrected of their bad thinking D. challenged to take up social responsibilities Show Content Detailed Solution The novelist acclaimed that stereoscopic persons are only victims of bad thinking and shouldn't be condemned in return for their ignorance. They should rather be corrected. There is an explanation video available below.	C
85.	All in all, Aliya has ... A. the inheritance of her parents both in knowledge and assets B. been challenged to be exceptional in all her endeavors C. the responsibility to pass on the lessons of her father to her own children D. been portrayed as the definition of beauty and character Show Content Detailed Solution The most important thing is not only for Aliya to abide by her father's advise built to as well lead such legacies for her children and the generations to come. There is an explanation video available below.	C

86.	The employer, not the sales boy and his partner ........ responsible for the loss A. are B. are being C. are never D. is Show Content Detailed Solution Going by the rule of concord, the phrase 'not his sales boy or his partner' is not part of the subject 'the employer'. Therefore, the singular verb should be used. There is an explanation video available below.	D
87.	........ one ........ the other A. either/or B. neither/nor C. either/nor D. neither/or Show Content Detailed Solution Option A is the best answer. Note that 'either' goes with 'or' and the usage of both creates an impression as to alternatives. There is an explanation video available below.	A
88.	It is high time we ........ seeing her A. stop B. will stop C. stopped D. stops Show Content Detailed Solution 'It is high time' suggests that something should be done and that it is already a bit late. There is an explanation video available below.	C
89.	You can have ........ of these two books A. either B. none C. any D. some Show Content Detailed Solution 'Either' is used when there is an alternative choice or decision to be made. There is an explanation video available below.	A
90.	Either Buntu or you ........ to go A. was B. are C. has D. is Show Content Detailed Solution The rule of concord states an exception, that is when either or neither joins to subjects (one singular and the other plural) the verb should be chosen by considering the nearer of the two subjects. This means that if the second subject is plural the verb should be plural 'You' can take a plural form, therefore option B is the safest answer. There is an explanation video available below.	B

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