2023 - JAMB English Past Questions and Answers - page 4

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From the novel;

This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.

Ummi is an Arabic word that is directly translated to mean_____

A
My mom
B
My mother
C
grandmother
D
Godmother
correct option: b

In Arabic, the term 'Ummi' is directly translated to mean 'My mother.' Therefore, the correct option is 'My mother'.

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From the words lettered A to D below, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the passage.

Bisi has become an indispensable member of staff.

A

vital

B

principal

C

dedicated

D

effective

correct option: a

Bisi has become a crucial part of the staff, indispensable in her role. The term 'indispensable' signifies something or someone absolutely necessary or highly important in a specific context. In this instance, it emphasizes the significance of Bisi as a key member of the staff. Consequently, the word 'vital' closely aligns with the meaning of 'indispensable' in this context.

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This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.

In Lafayette, before a stranger is hosted or accommodated, permission must be requested and granted by_______
A

the Hakimi

B

the high priest

C

the governor

D

community oracle

correct option: a

In the Lafayette community depicted in "The Life Changer" novel, the proper protocol for hosting or accommodating a stranger involves seeking permission from and obtaining approval from the Hakimi. The term 'Hakimi' refers to a traditional title held by a local or tribal leader, particularly in certain regions of the Middle East and North Africa.

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Choose the word that does not have the same vowel sound as the others

A

shun

B

son

C

sun

D

short

correct option: d

"short" does not have the same vowel sound as the others. The words "shun," "son," and "sun" all have the short 'u' vowel sound, while "short" has the short 'o' vowel sound.

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From the novel;

This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.

Salma was looking more stunning on the last day of her exams because_______

A

her classmates had planned to go to the beach after the exam

B

her classmates had organized a mini picnic to wrap up the good work

C

All of the above

D

her classmates had planned a photo shoot with some lecturers

correct option: d

On the last day of her exams, Salma appeared even more stunning because her classmates had arranged a photo shoot with some lecturers.

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This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.

Why was it a double celebration for Ummi and members of her community when she gained admission into the university?

A

none of the above

B

She had given birth to Omar before her admission to the university

C

Her husband agreed to marry her before she went for university registration

D

she was the first child to leave Lafayette to the university

correct option: c

It was a double celebration for Ummi and her community when she gained admission to the university because her husband agreed to marry her before she went for university registration.

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The passage below has gaps. Immediately following each gap, four options are provided. Choose the most appropriate option for each gap.



PASSAGE IV

With the most profound respect to the members of the Senate, I do not think that it is within the competence of that ...1... body to pass a motion to ...2... the executive action of the President. The Senate is ...3... of the National Assembly. But it is not by itself alone the National Assembly. One can imagine the confusion, which would be created if the ...4... were to take a view diametrically opposed to that reflected in the Senate resolution. The strongest objection to the action of the Senate in passing the resolution is the fact that it constituted itself the ...5... as well as the judge of the constitutionality of the action of the President. The function of the Senate is to ...6... laws. But the Senate has no authority or ...7... to control the President in the exercise of his ...8... powers. It cannot by a mere resolution or motion give any directive to the President regarding the exercise of his powers nor can it undo what the President has done in the exercise of those powers. The only way in which the exercise of the powers of the President can be ...9... is by ...10... of the National Assembly.
Adapted from The Guardian of July 8, 1999, p. 8.

...1...

A

executive

B

legislative

C

judicial

D

administrative

correct option: b

The sentence is discussing the competence of the Senate, and in the context of the passage, it refers to the legislative body. The term "legislative" is used to describe the branch of government that makes laws, which aligns with the role of the Senate mentioned in the passage.

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The passage below has gaps. Immediately following each gap, four options are provided. Choose the most appropriate option for each gap.



PASSAGE IV

With the most profound respect to the members of the Senate, I do not think that it is within the competence of that ...1... body to pass a motion to ...2... the executive action of the President. The Senate is ...3... of the National Assembly. But it is not by itself alone the National Assembly. One can imagine the confusion, which would be created if the ...4... were to take a view diametrically opposed to that reflected in the Senate resolution. The strongest objection to the action of the Senate in passing the resolution is the fact that it constituted itself the ...5... as well as the judge of the constitutionality of the action of the President. The function of the Senate is to ...6... laws. But the Senate has no authority or ...7... to control the President in the exercise of his ...8... powers. It cannot by a mere resolution or motion give any directive to the President regarding the exercise of his powers nor can it undo what the President has done in the exercise of those powers. The only way in which the exercise of the powers of the President can be ...9... is by ...10... of the National Assembly.
Adapted from The Guardian of July 8, 1999, p. 8.

...2...

A

modify

B

nullify

C

order

D

enforce

correct option: b

In the context of the passage, the sentence is discussing the Senate's competence to pass a motion regarding the executive action of the President. "Nullify" means to make legally null and void, which fits well with the idea that the Senate is being discussed in relation to potentially canceling or voiding the executive action.

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The passage below has gaps. Immediately following each gap, four options are provided. Choose the most appropriate option for each gap.



PASSAGE IV

With the most profound respect to the members of the Senate, I do not think that it is within the competence of that ...1... body to pass a motion to ...2... the executive action of the President. The Senate is ...3... of the National Assembly. But it is not by itself alone the National Assembly. One can imagine the confusion, which would be created if the ...4... were to take a view diametrically opposed to that reflected in the Senate resolution. The strongest objection to the action of the Senate in passing the resolution is the fact that it constituted itself the ...5... as well as the judge of the constitutionality of the action of the President. The function of the Senate is to ...6... laws. But the Senate has no authority or ...7... to control the President in the exercise of his ...8... powers. It cannot by a mere resolution or motion give any directive to the President regarding the exercise of his powers nor can it undo what the President has done in the exercise of those powers. The only way in which the exercise of the powers of the President can be ...9... is by ...10... of the National Assembly.
Adapted from The Guardian of July 8, 1999, p. 8.

...3...

A

an anchor

B

a portion

C

a wing

D

an arm

correct option: d

In this context, the term "the Senate is...of the National Assembly" implies that the Senate is a component or part of the National Assembly. The analogy used here suggests that the Senate is like an "arm" of the National Assembly, emphasizing its integral role within the broader legislative body.

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The passage below has gaps. Immediately following each gap, four options are provided. Choose the most appropriate option for each gap.



PASSAGE IV

With the most profound respect to the members of the Senate, I do not think that it is within the competence of that ...1... body to pass a motion to ...2... the executive action of the President. The Senate is ...3... of the National Assembly. But it is not by itself alone the National Assembly. One can imagine the confusion, which would be created if the ...4... were to take a view diametrically opposed to that reflected in the Senate resolution. The strongest objection to the action of the Senate in passing the resolution is the fact that it constituted itself the ...5... as well as the judge of the constitutionality of the action of the President. The function of the Senate is to ...6... laws. But the Senate has no authority or ...7... to control the President in the exercise of his ...8... powers. It cannot by a mere resolution or motion give any directive to the President regarding the exercise of his powers nor can it undo what the President has done in the exercise of those powers. The only way in which the exercise of the powers of the President can be ...9... is by ...10... of the National Assembly.
Adapted from The Guardian of July 8, 1999, p. 8.

...4...

A

Judiciary

B

Executive Council

C

House of Representatives

D

National Assembly

correct option: d

The phrase "if the ...4... were to take a view diametrically opposed to that reflected in the Senate resolution" suggests a scenario where another part or component of the National Assembly, holds a contrary view to that of the Senate. The term "National Assembly" encompasses the entire legislative body, including the Senate, and a conflict of views within the National Assembly would lead to confusion, as mentioned in the passage.

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