Use Of English 2019 Jamb Examination
Use Of English 2019 Jamb Examination
Question 151
In the novel, we learnt that
One of the central moral lessons Mr. Bello imparts is that physical beauty is superficial. He emphasizes that 'beauty without character is nothing,' encouraging Aliya to focus on her internal virtues rather than just her appearance.
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Question 152
Aliya's sixteenth birthday is special because
While she does get a card, the defining feature of her 16th birthday is the 16-page letter her father wrote. This letter serves as a comprehensive guide for her transition into adulthood, making this birthday more significant than previous ones.
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Question 153
As it relates to sex education, Aliya's father advised that
Mr. Bello takes a realistic and protective approach. He warns her about how the media and peer groups can influence one's perception of sex, and he advises her to be extremely mindful of the company she keeps to avoid making poor choices.
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Question 154
Which one of the following critically relates to the novel's subject of concern
The novel is primarily a story of 'coming of age.' It deals with the transition of a young girl (socialization) into society, teaching her how to interact with others, understand self-worth, and navigate the pressures of being a teenager.
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Question 155
A child's choice of career is a matter of
Through Aliya's many career changes (pilot, doctor, lawyer), the book illustrates that a career choice should be driven by an individual's 'passion' and intrinsic interest rather than just external glamour or parental pressure.
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Question 156
The novelist noted that stereoscopic people should be
Note: The question likely means 'stereotypical' people. In the novel, Mr. Bello teaches Aliya that stereotypes are based on ignorance and narrow-mindedness. The approach advocated is not to condemn them harshly but to educate them and correct their faulty perceptions through logical reasoning and exposure to the truth.
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Question 157
All in all, Aliya has ...
The conclusion of the book highlights that Aliya has grown into a well-rounded young woman. She has absorbed her father's teachings about self-worth, morality, and discipline, effectively embodying the ideal balance of 'beauty and character' that her father preached.
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Question 158
The employer, not the sales boy and his partner ........ responsible for the loss
This follows the rule of Concord. When a subject is joined to another by 'not' or 'as well as', the verb must agree with the *first* subject. Since 'The employer' is singular, the verb must be 'is'.
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Question 159
Both questions are alternatives; you answer ........ one ........ the other
Correlative conjunctions always go in specific pairs. 'Either' is paired with 'or' to indicate a choice between two positive alternatives.
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Question 160
It is high time we ........ seeing her
The phrase 'It is high time' is always followed by a subject and a verb in the past tense (subjunctive mood) to indicate that something should have happened already.
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