Use Of English 2023 Jamb Examination

The word 'gradual' describes a process that happens slowly or by degrees over a long period. To find the opposite, we look for a word that describes something happening suddenly or unexpectedly. 'Abrupt' means sudden and unexpected, which provides the perfect contrast to a gradual process.

The sentence presents a contrast: they love each other even though they face difficulties. 'Despite' is a preposition used to introduce a fact that makes the rest of the sentence surprising. It fits perfectly here to show that their love persists regardless of the challenges.

To be 'skeptical' means to have doubts or reservations about something; you are not easily convinced. Therefore, 'doubtful' is the synonym that best captures the meaning of the underlined word in this context.

In Khadija Abubakar Jalli's 'The Life Changer', the students use various slangs for examination malpractice. 'Notes of salvation' is the specific euphemism used by students to refer to the illegal pieces of paper or 'cheat notes' they bring into the examination hall to help them pass.

In the novel, Omar expresses great pride in his results because he achieved excellent grades on his very first attempt at the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) without resorting to 'miracle centres' or external help, which he considers a significant achievement.

The underlined letter 'a' in 'naked' /ˈneɪ.kɪd/ represents the diphthong /eɪ/. However, the question often focuses on the second vowel sound in JAMB contexts if the 'a' isn't underlined alone. Looking at 'naked' (/ˈneɪ.kɪd/), the second syllable has the /ɪ/ sound.
friend - /frend/
bead - /biːd/
fed - /fed/
bid - /bɪd/
The word 'bid' contains the same short /ɪ/ sound found in the second syllable of 'naked'.

The idiom 'at daggers drawn' is used to describe two people or groups who are in a state of extreme hostility or bitter enmity. It implies that they are ready to fight or are constantly arguing and angry with one another.

In the novel, Ngozi is described as the quiet, reserved, and highly disciplined roommate. Despite her withdrawn nature, she is noted for her extreme generosity, often sharing her food and resources with the others even when she has little.

The word 'Day' /deɪ/ ends with the /eɪ/ diphthong. In JAMB phonology and loanword pronunciation, 'Anime' is often pronounced /æn.ɪ.meɪ/, making it a rhyme for 'Day'.
Dare - /deə/
Flight - /flaɪt/
Ball - /bɔːl/
Therefore, 'Anime' shares the same ending vowel sound.

The sentence uses a conditional structure looking back at a past possibility (Third Conditional). The correct form after the modal 'might' to express a negative past possibility is 'never have been'. 'Might never have been' implies that the certainty of victory wouldn't have existed without the campaigns.