Question 24
NECO_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2021
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ENGLISH_LANGUAGE
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objective
Write a descriptive paragraph of at least eighty (80) words that vividly portrays a bustling market scene in Lagos during the early evening, focusing on sounds, colours, and smells.
Answer Options
A.
Example answer (90 words):
"As the evening shadows lengthen over Lagos, the market comes alive with splashes of colour - neon‑pink headscarves, deep‑purple onions, and lime‑green herbs spilling from baskets. Voices rise in a chorus of bargaining, punctuated by the occasional laugh and the soft thud of wooden crates being moved. The air is thick with the smell of charred kebabs, salty dried fish, and the sweet perfume of ripe mangoes. A distant guitar strums, adding a melodic backdrop to the bustling scene, while the scent of incense drifts lazily."
B.
Example answer (88 words):
"Dusk settles on Lagos and the market erupts in a flood of colours - orange‑orange apricot fabrics, jade‑green leafy vegetables, and crimson‑red tomatoes glistening with dew. The soundscape is a blend of hurried footsteps, vendors calling out deals, and the rhythmic clatter of metal pots. Fragrances of smoky barbecue, pungent onions, and the fresh tang of citrus fruits mingle, creating a heady perfume. The occasional distant siren and the soft hum of a radio add layers to the vibrant evening atmosphere."
Correct Answer
C.
Example answer (92 words):
"As the sun slipped behind the Lagos skyline, the market erupted in a riot of colour - bright Ankara prints, emerald‑green vegetables, and ruby‑red chilies piled high on wooden stalls. The air pulsed with the shouts of vendors hawking mangoes, the rhythmic thump of drums, and the occasional honk of a passing motorcycle. A heady mix of smoky suya, salty fish, and fragrant spices swirled together, mingling with the sweet scent of ripe papaya. Amid the bustling crowd, laughter rose like music, turning the evening into a living tapestry of sight, sound, and smell."
D.
Example answer (85 words):
"When twilight drapes over Lagos, the market buzzes with a kaleidoscope of hues - vivid blue tie‑dye fabrics, golden‑yellow plantains, and scarlet‑red peppers stacked on tin tables. The clamor of traders shouting prices mixes with the steady beat of a distant drum and the honk of traffic. Aromas of grilled fish, spicy pepper soup, and sweet fried dough swirl together, while the scent of fresh coconut water cuts through the heat. The crowd's chatter creates a lively rhythm that paints the evening with energy."
Correct Answer
C
Correct Option:
Example answer (92 words):
"As the sun slipped behind the Lagos skyline, the market erupted in a riot of colour - bright Ankara prints, emerald‑green vegetables, and ruby‑red chilies piled high on wooden stalls. The air pulsed with the shouts of vendors hawking mangoes, the rhythmic thump of drums, and the occasional honk of a passing motorcycle. A heady mix of smoky suya, salty fish, and fragrant spices swirled together, mingling with the sweet scent of ripe papaya. Amid the bustling crowd, laughter rose like music, turning the evening into a living tapestry of sight, sound, and smell."
About This Question
This is
Neco Model Questions Vol1
2021
English Language
Question 24.
It is one of the
objective
questions from the
2021
Neco Model Questions Vol1
English Language
examination.
Difficulty level:
Medium
.