Use Of English 2019 Jamb Examination
Use Of English 2019 Jamb Examination
Question 81
Choose the word with the same vowel sound as the one in bracket
Band[a]ge
Band[a]ge
The letter 'a' in the second syllable of 'bandage' (/ˈbæn.dɪdʒ/) represents the short /ɪ/ sound. However, in many English proficiency exams like JAMB, this question tests the primary vowel sound of the first syllable or the phonetic realization of the suffix. In 'bandage', the 'a' in the suffix '-age' is pronounced as a short /ɪ/. Interestingly, in the word 'says' (/sez/), the vowel is a short /e/. In 'cage' (/keɪdʒ/), it is a diphthong /eɪ/. In 'kite' (/kaɪt/), it is /aɪ/. In 'cacophony' (/kəˈkɒf.ə.ni/), the 'a' is a schwa /ə/.
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The passage begins by defining Mass Communication and then proceeds to discuss its various forms (Mass Media), their functions (to inform, entertain, educate, persuade), and finally the criticisms they face. While options C and D cover specific sections, 'Mass communication' is the most encompassing title as the entire text explains the nature, methods, and impact of this specific field.
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Question 83
The means of mass media can be summarized into:
The second paragraph categorizes the media into three groups: printed words (Print), audio/radio, and audio-visual/television. In modern terminology, the latter two are combined under 'Electronic' media. Therefore, 'Print and Electronic' serves as the most accurate summary of the various means mentioned (books, newspapers, radio, TV, films).
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Question 84
One of the following is NOT true in the passage
The passage explicitly states that mass communication is *not* the same as talking face-to-face because there is no immediate feedback (smile, laugh, etc.), making it impersonal. It also states that the media influence public opinion by selecting topics. Therefore, both A and B are true statements according to the text. However, option A as phrased ('Mass communication don't talk') is technically a misinterpretation of the text's comparison to 'face-to-face' talking. But the most distinct 'NOT true' element is usually found in the nuances of the options provided in such tests. In this context, the passage highlights that mass communication lacks the *interactive* nature of talking, not that it doesn't utilize speech (like radio).
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Question 85
One major source of worry about the mass media is from?
The final paragraph mentions that people are 'immensely concerned' about certain effects. Specifically, it highlights the 'potential danger of political and commercial propaganda.' Commercial propaganda is primarily disseminated through 'Advertisement,' which aligns with the text's mention of media being used to 'persuade as when the media are used by advertisers.'
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Question 86
All the following are roles of the media but?
According to the third paragraph of the passage, the roles specifically mentioned for the media are to 'inform and entertain,' to 'educate,' and to 'persuade' (which aligns with sensitization/influencing public opinion). While the passage mentions concerns about 'bad behavior,' it does not list 'moralization' (the process of imparting morals or moralizing) as a primary or covert role performed by the media. In fact, the text suggests that critics are worried about the *negative* influence on behavior rather than a role of promoting morality.
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Question 87
Alice, a small fragile-looking Ugandan mother, is dying of AIDS. She lives with her son and daughter in a tin-roofed shack on the .....1... of Kampala.
The word 'outskirts' refers to the outer parts of a town or city. In the context of a 'tin-roofed shack,' it implies the marginal, often impoverished areas located on the edge of the city. 'Suburbs' usually implies a more residential, often middle-class area, while 'outside' is too vague for geographical description in this sense.
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Question 88
When her husband died of AIDS in 1987, Alice discovered she was HIV positive. Frequent ...2..... of sickness forced her to give up her embroidery job.
In medical and health contexts, 'bouts' is the standard term used to describe short periods of intense activity or a specific spell of illness (e.g., 'bouts of flu' or 'bouts of sickness'). It fits the description of recurring episodes of illness that interfere with her ability to work.
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Question 89
She was so depressed that she just wanted to eat. ....3.... by a neighbour, the mobile care unit from Nsambya hospital went to her home.
To 'alert' means to make someone aware of a danger or a problem. Since the mobile care unit from the hospital would need to be informed of Alice's condition by someone nearby, 'alerted' is the most appropriate verb to describe how the medical team was notified of her situation.
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Question 90
They convinced her to start taking proper ..4.......
While there is no permanent 'cure' for HIV/AIDS, patients take 'medication' (specifically Antiretroviral Therapy) to manage the symptoms and stay healthy. In a clinical context, a medical unit from a hospital would provide 'medication' rather than just 'precautions' (which are for prevention) or 'measures' (which is more general).