Practice bece model questions vol1 igbo_l1 2017 Past Questions

Question 1 View Details

Read the following Igbo passage and answer the question that follows. "N'Ụbọchị ahịa, Chinedu gara n'ahịa Eke maka ire akwụkwọ. O chọtara ọtụtụ ndị ahịa na-ere ihe dị iche‑iche, ma ọ bụkwa na e nwere nnukwu ìgwè mmadụ. N'oge ụfọdụ, ọ hụrụ na ndị ahịa na‑akpọrọ ya n'ụzọ na‑agbagọ, na‑akpọrọ ya n'akụkụ ebe a na‑ere nri. Mgbe ọ ruru n'ụlọ ahịa ya, ọ hụrụ na e nwere nnukwu mmiri ozuzo na‑amịpụta n'akụkụ ahịa, nke mere ka ọtụtụ ndị ahịa kwụsị ịga n'ihu. N'ihi nke a, Chinedu kpebiri ịlaghachi n'ụlọ ya tupu oge eruo. Question: Based on the passage, why did Chinedu decide to leave the market early? Provide two reasons that are directly supported by the text.

Correct A. 1. The sudden heavy rain that began at the market, making conditions uncomfortable and causing shoppers to stop. 2. The chaotic crowd and pushing around the food stalls, which made the market unsafe and unpleasant.

B. 1. The sun became too hot, making the market uncomfortable. 2. He heard a fire alarm and evacuated.

C. 1. The market closed early because the vendors finished their sales. 2. Chinedu wanted to go home to prepare dinner.

D. 1. He realized he had forgotten his wallet. 2. He was invited to a family gathering.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2 View Details

In the conversation below, a speaker uses the idiom "ị ga‑esi n'ọnụ mmiri rie". "Nne, e nwere nnukwu ọrụ n'ụlọ akwụkwọ, ma m enweghị ike ịga n'ụlọ akwụkwọ taa. Ọ bụrụ na m ga‑esi n'ọnụ mmiri rie, agaghị m enwe ike ime ihe ọ bụla." Explain the figurative meaning of the idiom "ị ga‑esi n'ọnụ mmiri rie" in this context and give an English equivalent expression.

A. The idiom describes someone who is extremely hungry and needs food immediately. In English it is similar to saying someone is "starving".

B. The phrase indicates that someone is about to get wet and should take shelter. In English it translates to "don't get caught in the rain".

C. It means that a person is about to fall ill from exposure to rain. The English equivalent is "catching a cold".

Correct D. The idiom means being in a state of extreme need or desperation that makes it impossible to act. In English it is equivalent to saying someone is "dying of thirst" or "in dire need."

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3 View Details

Write a formal letter in Igbo to the principal of your school requesting the organization of a cultural day. Your letter should include: (i) a polite greeting, (ii) a clear statement of purpose, (iii) at least two reasons why a cultural day is beneficial for the school community, (iv) a specific request for the date and activities, and (v) a courteous closing. Your response should be no more than 180 words.

A. Onyenwe anyị, Onye isi ụlọ akwụkwọ, Ekele m na‑akpọrọ gị. A na‑m e‑de akwụkwọ a iji rịọ ka e hazie ụbọchị egwuregwu n'ụlọ akwụkwọ anyị. Ụbọchị a ga‑enyere ụmụ akwụkwọ ịmụta egwuregwu, mee ka ha nwee mmasị n'akụkọ nna nna ha, ma mee ka e nwee nkwado n'etiti ụmụ akwụkwọ. Biko, lelee ka ụbọchị 15 Machị bụrụ ụbọchị a ga‑eme ya, ma kwado ihe omume dịka egwuregwu bọl, na egwu. N'ịbụ onye ekele, [Aha gị] Nwa akwụkwọ, klaasị ___ (Ọ dịghị ihe karịrị okwu 180.)

B. Onyenwe anyị, Onye isi ụlọ akwụkwọ, Ekele m na‑akpọrọ gị. A na‑m e‑de akwụkwọ a iji rịọ ka e hazie ụbọchị omenala n'ụlọ akwụkwọ anyị. Ụbọchị a ga‑enyere ụmụ akwụkwọ ịmụta omenala Hausa, mee ka ha nwee mmasị n'akụkọ nna nna ha, ma mee ka e nwee nkwado n'etiti ụmụ akwụkwọ sitere n'akụkụ dị iche‑iche. Biko, lelee ka ụbọchị 20 Machị bụrụ ụbọchị a ga‑eme ya, ma kwado ihe omume dịka egwu hip‑hop, ịkọ akụkọ, na ngosi nri. N'ịbụ onye ekele, [Aha gị] Nwa akwụkwọ, klaasị ___ (Ọ dịghị ihe karịrị okwu 180.)

Correct C. Onyenwe anyị, Onye isi ụlọ akwụkwọ, Ekele m na‑akpọrọ gị. A na‑m e‑de akwụkwọ a iji rịọ ka e hazie ụbọchị omenala n'ụlọ akwụkwọ anyị. Ụbọchị a ga‑enyere ụmụ akwụkwọ ịmụta omenala Igbo, mee ka ha nwee mmasị n'akụkọ nna nna ha, ma mee ka e nwee nkwado n'etiti ụmụ akwụkwọ sitere n'akụkụ dị iche‑iche. Ụbọchị a ga‑abụkwa ohere iji gosipụta nka, egwu, na nri ọdịnala, nke ga‑akwalite mmụta na mmekọrịta. Biko, lelee ka ụbọchị 15 Machị bụrụ ụbọchị a ga‑eme ya, ma kwado ihe omume dịka egwu ọdịnala, ịkọ akụkọ, na ngosi nri. Ụmụ akwụkwọ ga‑enwe ohere igosipụta talent ha ma mụta ihe ọhụrụ. N'ịbụ onye ekele, [Aha gị] Nwa akwụkwọ, klaasị ___ (Ọ dịghị ihe karịrị okwu 180.)

D. Ndewo, Onye isi ụlọ akwụkwọ, A na‑m e‑de akwụkwọ a iji rịọ ka e hazie ụbọchị omenala n'ụlọ akwụkwọ anyị. Ụbọchị a ga‑enyere ụmụ akwụkwọ ịmụta omenala Igbo, ma mee ka ha nwee mmasị n'akụkọ nna nna ha. Biko, lelee ka ụbọchị 15 Machị bụrụ ụbọchị a ga‑eme ya, ma kwado ihe omume dịka egwu ọdịnala, na ngosi nri. N'ịbụ onye ekele, [Aha gị] Nwa akwụkwọ, klaasị ___ (Ọ dịghị ihe karịrị okwu 180.)

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4 View Details

You have two minutes to give an oral presentation in Igbo on the importance of preserving the Igbo language. Outline the three main points you would include, and for each point give one supporting example or argument you would mention during the speech.

Correct A. 1. Cultural Identity - Language preserves traditions, proverbs and songs; e.g., the proverb "Ọtụtụ ọnụ, ọtụtụ ihe" embodies communal wisdom. 2. Educational Benefits - Mother‑tongue instruction enhances understanding; studies show pupils taught in Igbo perform better in early grades. 3. Future Opportunities - Fluency in Igbo creates career prospects in translation, media, and cultural tourism; the rise of Igbo content online increases demand for speakers.

B. 1. Religious Practices - Igbo prayers connect believers; churches use Igbo hymns. 2. Technological Innovation - Developing Igbo software ensures progress; apps translate Igbo. 3. Environmental Awareness - Igbo proverbs teach respect for nature; communities use them in conservation.

C. 1. Historical Documentation - Recording Igbo myths preserves history; archives store old tales. 2. Culinary Diversity - Learning Igbo terms for dishes enriches cooking; recipes use Igbo names. 3. Sports Unity - Teams chant in Igbo to boost morale; fans adopt Igbo chants.

D. 1. Economic Growth - Speaking Igbo opens trade with neighboring regions; e.g., local markets sell Igbo‑named products. 2. Political Influence - Using Igbo in campaigns gains votes; politicians often quote Igbo slogans. 3. Social Media Popularity - Posting in Iggo attracts followers; viral Iggo memes increase online presence.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5 View Details

Translate the following English sentence into correct Igbo, using appropriate verb tense and vocabulary: "If we had studied harder, we would have passed the exam."

Correct A. Ọ bụrụ na anyi gụrụ ihe nke ọma, anyi ga‑emerịrị ule ahụ.

B. Ọ bụrụ na anyi gụrụ ihe nke ọma, anyi ga‑agafe ule ahụ.

C. Ọ bụrụ na anyi gụrụ ihe nke ọma, anyi ga‑emerịrị n'ule ahụ.

D. Ọ bụrụ na anyi gụrụ ihe nke ọma, anyi ga‑emerịrị ule.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6 View Details

Read the following excerpt from an Igbo folk tale: "Nne m gwara m, ‘Ọ bụrụ na i chọọ ịga n'ụlọ, i ga‑eburu ihe niile dị mkpa.'" Based on the speaker's advice, what is the central theme conveyed in this passage?

A. The necessity of seeking guidance before making decisions

B. The value of perseverance in achieving goals

C. The significance of respecting elders in the community

Correct D. The importance of being prepared before undertaking a task

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7 View Details

Complete the sentence with the most appropriate idiom: "When the politician was caught lying, the public ___."

Correct A. saw through his lies

B. took his word at face value

C. bought his story

D. turned a blind eye

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8 View Details

Identify the tense of the verb phrase in the sentence: "She had been studying Igbo for three years before she moved to Enugu."

Correct A. Past perfect continuous

B. Past perfect simple

C. Past simple

D. Present perfect continuous

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9 View Details

Convert the direct speech into reported speech: "Ada said, ‘I will finish my homework tomorrow.'"

Correct A. Ada said that she would finish her homework the next day

B. Ada said that she will finish her homework the next day

C. Ada said that she would finish her homework tomorrow

D. Ada said that she will finish her homework tomorrow

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10 View Details

What is the English meaning of the Igbo word "Ọma"?

A. Strong

B. Bad

Correct C. Good

D. Beautiful

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11 View Details

You hear that your classmate, Chinedu, is feeling sad because he did not pass the recent mathematics test. In Igbo, deliver a comforting speech of at least 60 words to cheer him up. Your speech must (i) use a respectful tone, (ii) include at least two Igbo idiomatic expressions or proverbs, and (iii) end with an encouraging statement.

A. Nwanne m Chinedu, ekele m gi. A maara m na ị nwere mmetụta mgbu n'ihi ule ahụ, mana cheta na ị ga-eme nke ọma n'oge ọzọ. Gbalịa ịmụtakwu ma ghara ịtụ uche n'ọdịnihu.

B. Nwanne m Chinedu, ekele m gi. Aghọtara m na ị na-enwe mwute n'ihi nsonaazụ ule ahụ. "Ọ bụrụ na ịda, ị ga-esi n'ala pụta" na "Nwata na-eto n'ịhụnanya" bụ okwu m ga-eji kwado gị. Ekele.

C. Hey Chinedu, I know you're sad about the test. Don't worry, you can try again next time. Keep your head up!

Correct D. Nwanne m Chinedu, ekele m gi. Aghọtara m na ị na-enwe mwute n'ihi nsonaazụ ule ahụ, mana cheta na "Ọ bụrụ na ịda, ị ga-esi n'ala pụta" - ihe mgbu ọ bụla bụ ụzọ iji mụbaa onwe gị. N'ihi na "Nwata na-eto n'ịhụnanya", anyị niile nọ ebe a iji kwado ibe anyị. Gbalịa ịmụtakwu, mee mgbalị ọzọ, ma cheta na ị nwere ike ime nke ọma. Ka anyi jiri obi ike gara n'ihu, Chinedu!

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12 View Details

Write a formal letter in Igbo to the principal of your school requesting that the school library be extended to include a quiet study area for senior students. The letter must be between 120 and 150 words, contain proper salutations and closing, and employ at least two persuasive techniques (e.g., appeal to benefit, logical argument).

A. Dear Principal,\n\nI think we need a quiet study corner for seniors. It would help us focus and get better grades. Please consider adding it.\n\nThanks,\nUche

B. Onye isi ụlọ akwụkwọ,\n\nAha m bụ Uche Obi, onye nkuzi Igbo. Achọrọ m ka egbasawanye ụlọ akwụkwọ anyị ka e nwee ebe izu ike maka ụmụ akwụkwọ ndị dị elu. Biko lelee arịrịọ a.\n\nN'aka,\nUche Obi

Correct C. Onye isi ụlọ akwụkwọ, Aha m bụ Uche Obi, onye nkuzi Igbo n'ụlọ akwụkwọ anyị. Ebe a, achọrọ m ikwu maka mkpa ịgbasawanye ụlọ akwụkwọ anyị ka e nwee ebe izu ike maka ụmụ akwụkwọ ndị dị elu. Site n'ịgbakwunye ebe a na‑ezigara n'ụzọ dị jụụ, a ga‑enwe ike ime ka ụmụ akwụkwọ nwee ohere ịgụ akwụkwọ n'enweghị mkpọtụ, nke ga‑ebute nsonaazụ ule ka mma. N'ihi na ọnụọgụ ụmụ akwụkwọ ndị dị elu agbakọla n'ọtụtụ, ebe a dị ugbu a adịghị ezuru ha. Ya mere, arịọ m ka ewere ihe a n'aka ma mee ka ụlọ akwụkwọ anyị bụrụ ebe a na‑akụziri ihe n'ụzọ kacha mma. N'ihi nke a, ekele m gị maka ntị na nkwado gị. N'aka, Uche Obi Onye nkuzi Igbo

D. Achọrọ m ka egbasawanye ụlọ akwụkwọ anyị ka e nwee ebe izu ike maka ụmụ akwụkwọ ndị dị elu. Site n'ịgbakwunye ebe a na‑ezigara n'ụzọ dị jụụ, a ga‑enwe ike ime ka ụmụ akwụkwọ nwee ohere ịgụ akwụkwọ n'enweghị mkpọtụ, nke ga‑ebute nsonaazụ ule ka mma.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13 View Details

Compose a narrative story in Igbo about a child named Adaeze who discovers a hidden garden behind her grandmother's house. The story should be written in past tense, contain vivid descriptive adjectives, and end with a clear moral. The length should be between 150 and 180 words.

Correct A. N'ụbọchị gara aga, Adaeze, nwa agbọghọ dị afọ iri, gara n'ụlọ nne ya n'ime ime obodo. Mgbe ọ na‑agba ọsọ n'ụlọ, ọ hụrụ ọnụ ụzọ ochie nke a machibidoro. N'ịbụ onye nwere mmasị, o wepụrụ ákwà ahụ ma chọpụta ogige nzuzo jupụtara n'osisi ndụmọdụ, ifuru agba‑agba, na mmiri na‑efegharị n'ụzọ dị jụụ. O jere n'ime, hụrụ anụ ọhịa na‑agba egwu, na‑echekwa ihe ndị a na‑akpọ "akụkọ ndị nna nna". N'oge ụfọdụ, o chọpụtara na ogige a bụ ebe nne ya na‑echekwa ihe ndị e ji amụ ụmụaka n'ụzọ omenala. Adaeze mụtara na ịma mma nke ụwa dị n'ime ihe ndị a na‑echefu. N'ihi ya, ọ kpebiri ịkekọrịta ihe a na‑ụlọ akwụkwọ, ka ụmụaka niile nwee ike ịmụ ihe site n'akụkọ ndị nna nna. **Moral: Ịchọ ihe omimi n'ụwa na‑enye mmụta bara uru ma na‑akwalite ọdịnala.**

B. N'ụbọchị gara aga, Adaeze, nwa agbọghọ dị afọ iri na atọ, gara n'ụlọ nne ya n'ime ime obodo. Mgbe ọ na‑agba ọsọ n'ụlọ, ọ hụrụ ọnụ ụzọ ígwè ochie nke e mechiri. N'ịbụ onye nwere mmasị, o wepụrụ ákwà ahụ ma chọpụta ahịa ochie jupụtara n'akara ndị agba‑agba, ihe oriri ụtọ, na ụda ndị na‑akpọrọ n'ụzọ dị jụụ. O jere n'ime, hụrụ ndị ahịa oge gara aga na‑ere ihe, na‑echekwa ihe ndị a na‑akpọ "akụkọ ndị nna nna". N'oge ụfọdụ, o chọpụtara na ahịa a bụ ebe nne ya na‑echekwa ihe ndị e ji amụ ụmụaka n'ụzọ omenala. Adaeze mụtara na ịma mma nke mmekọrịta mmadụ na‑anyị dị n'ime ahịa ndị a na‑echefu. N'ihi ya, ọ kpebiri ịkekọrịta ihe a n'ụlọ akwụkwọ, ka ụmụaka niile nwee ike ịmụ ihe site n'akụkọ ndị nna nna. **Moral: Ịkekọrịta ihe omimi n'ụwa na‑enye mmụta bara uru ma na‑akwalite ọdịnala.**

C. N'ụbọchị gara aga, Adaeze, nwa agbọghọ dị afọ iri na abụọ, gara n'ụlọ nne ya n'ime ime obodo. Mgbe ọ na‑agba ọsọ n'ụlọ, ọ hụrụ ọnụ ụzọ ígwè ochie nke e mechiri. N'ịbụ onye nwere mmasị, o wepụrụ ákwà ahụ ma chọpụta ókèala mmiri nzuzo jupụtara n'osisi ndụmọdụ, ifuru pink, na ụda mmiri na‑efegharị n'ụzọ dị jụụ. O jere n'ime, hụrụ anụ ọhịa na‑agba egwu, na‑echekwa ihe ndị a na‑akpọ "akụkọ ndị nna nna". N'oge ụfọdụ, o chọpụtara na mmiri a bụ ebe nne ya na‑echekwa ihe ndị e ji amụ ụmụaka n'ụzọ omenala. Adaeze mụtara na ịma mma nke ụwa dị n'ime mmiri ndị a na‑echefu. N'ihi ya, ọ kpebiri ịkekọrịta ihe a n'ụlọ akwụkwọ, ka ụmụaka niile nwee ike ịmụ ihe site n'akụkọ ndị nna nna. **Moral: Ịchọ ihe omimi n'ụwa na‑enye mmụta bara uru ma na‑akwalite ọdịnala.**

D. N'ụbọchị gara aga, Adaeze, nwa agbọghọ dị afọ iri na otu, gara n'ụlọ nne ya n'ime ime obodo. Mgbe ọ na‑agba ọsọ n'ụlọ, ọ hụrụ ọnụ ụzọ ígwè ochie nke e mechiri. N'ịbụ onye nwere mmasị, o wepụrụ ákwà ahụ ma chọpụta ụlọ akwụkwọ ochie jupụtara n'akwụkwọ ndị ochie, ifuru akwụkwọ agba‑agba, na ìhè ọkụ na‑efegharị n'ụzọ dị jụụ. O jere n'ime, hụrụ ụmụ akwụkwọ oge gara aga na‑agụ akwụkwọ, na‑echekwa ihe ndị a na‑akpọ "akụkọ ndị nna nna". N'oge ụfọdụ, o chọpụtara na ụlọ akwụkwọ a bụ ebe nne ya na‑echekwa ihe ndị e ji amụ ụmụaka n'ụzọ omenala. Adaeze mụtara na ịma mma nke amamihe dị n'ime akwụkwọ ndị a na‑echefu. N'ihi ya, ọ kpebiri ịkekọrịta ihe a n'ụlọ akwụkwọ, ka ụmụaka niile nwee ike ịmụ ihe site n'akụkọ ndị nna nna. **Moral: Ịgụ akwụkwọ na‑enye mmụta bara uru ma na‑akwalite ọdịnala.**

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14 View Details

Provide the correct Igbo translations for the following English words: freedom, knowledge, community, future, respect.

A. freedom - "ịdị n'efu"; knowledge - "amụma"; community - "ndị mmadụ"; future - "ụbọchị ọzọ"; respect - "nsọpụrụ".

B. freedom - "nnwere ndidi"; knowledge - "ịgụ"; community - "ọganihu"; future - "nke na-abịa"; respect - "ịkwanyere".

C. freedom - "nnwere ike"; knowledge - "ịma"; community - "ụlọ"; future - "ọma"; respect - "nsọ".

Correct D. freedom - "nnwere onwe"; knowledge - "amamihe"; community - "ọha"; future - "ọdịnihu"; respect - "nsọpụrụ".

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15 View Details

The following three Igbo proverbs are given: 1. "Ọkụkọ na‑akụ̀rọ̀ n'ala, ọ̀ ga‑akụ̀rọ̀ n'elu." 2. "Akwụkwọ na‑agụ̀ bụ̀ ihe na‑agwọ́ ọrịa." 3. "Ebe a na‑echeghị, è nwerè ihè ga‑eme." For each proverb, (i) give its meaning in Igbo, (ii) translate the meaning into English, and (iii) give one concrete example of how the proverb can be applied in a modern secondary school setting.

A. 3. **Ebe a na‑echeghị, è nwerè ihè ga‑eme.** - Meaning in Igbo: "Ọ bụrụ na mmadụ echeghị, ihe ga‑eme n'enweghị nsogbu." - English translation: "If you don't think, nothing will happen." - School example: A class that skips planning ends up having extra free time and gets praised.

Correct B. 1. **Ọkụkọ na‑akụ̀rọ̀ n'ala, ọ̀ ga‑akụ̀rọ̀ n'elu.** - Meaning in Igbo: "Onye na‑arụsi ọrụ ike n'ala ga‑enweta ihe ọma n'elu." - English translation: "A chicken that scratches the ground will eventually reach the sky - hard work leads to great success." - School example: A student who studies diligently for the junior secondary exams eventually gains a scholarship to a top senior secondary school. 2. **Akwụkwọ na‑agụ̀ bụ̀ ihe na‑agwọ́ ọrịa.** - Meaning in Igbo: "Ịgụ akwụkwọ na‑agwọ ọrịa nke amaghị ihe." - English translation: "Reading books cures the disease of ignorance." - School example: A pupil who spends free periods in the library improves his grades and overcomes the lack of understanding in mathematics. 3. **Ebe a na‑echeghị, è nwerè ihè ga‑eme.** - Meaning in Igbo: "Ọ bụrụ na mmadụ ekweghị echiche, ihe ga‑eme n'enweghị atụmatụ." - English translation: "Where there is no planning, something will happen (often undesirable)." - School example: A class that fails to plan its group project timeline ends up submitting late work and losing marks.

C. 1. **Ọkụkọ na‑akụ̀rọ̀ n'ala, ọ̀ ga‑akụ̀rọ̀ n'elu.** - Meaning in Igbo: "Ọkụkọ na‑akụ̀rọ̀ n'ala pụtara na mmadụ ga‑enwe nsogbu mgbe niile." - English translation: "A chicken that scratches the ground will always stay low - effort leads nowhere." - School example: A student who studies hard but still fails to improve his grades.

D. 2. **Akwụkwọ na‑agụ̀ bụ̀ ihe na‑agwọ́ ọrịa.** - Meaning in Igbo: "Ịgụ akwụkwọ na‑eme ka mmadụ nwee ọrịa." - English translation: "Reading books causes illness." - School example: A pupil who reads too many textbooks gets a headache and misses class.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16 View Details

Complete the Igbo proverb and give its English equivalent. Proverb: "A na‑èkwú n____, a na‑èkwú n____." Fill the two missing words and then write an English proverb that expresses the same idea.

Correct A. aka, ime; Talk is cheap

B. nri, ime; A stitch in time saves nine

C. aka, n'ala; Don't count your chickens before they hatch

D. aka, ụka; Actions speak louder than words

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17 View Details

State the English meaning of the Igbo word "ncheta".

A. history

Correct B. memory

C. thought

D. remembrance

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18 View Details

Read the passage and answer the question. "Nne Chinyere gara ahịa n'ụtụtụ, o chọtara na ahịa e ji ego dị ntakịrị. O kpebiri ire ji ya n'ehihie ka o wee nweta ego zuru ezu maka ịzụta nri n'izu a." Kedu ihe kpatara Nne Chinyere ji kpebie ire ji ya n'ehihie kama izere n'ụtụtụ?

A. Because she preferred to rest in the morning, she chose to sell the yam in the afternoon to have time to prepare meals for the week.

Correct B. Because market prices were low in the morning, she sold the yam in the afternoon to obtain enough money for the week's food.

C. Because the yam was too heavy to carry early, she delayed selling it until the afternoon, hoping to get a discount on transportation for the week's groceries.

D. Because the market was closed in the morning, she waited until the afternoon to sell the yam and buy food for the week.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19 View Details

Read the excerpt and answer the two questions. "Mbe chọpụtara na ọ ga‑esi n'elu osisi were gbaa ọsọ, ma ọ̀ chọghị ka ndị nnụnụ kwụọ ya ụgwọ." 1. Identify the main character in the excerpt. 2. State the moral of the story.

A. Mbe (the tortoise); the moral is that hard work always pays off.

Correct B. Mbe (the tortoise); the moral is that pride or greed leads to downfall.

C. Mbe (the tortoise); the moral is that honesty is the best policy.

D. Mbe (the tortoise); the moral is that sharing with friends brings happiness.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20 View Details

During the Igbo New Yam Festival (Ịwa Ji), three items are considered essential. List these three items and briefly explain why each is important to the celebration.

Correct A. The new yam (ịwa ji) - symbol of the harvest and gratitude; the ekwe (drum) - announces the festival and unites the community; the oji (kolanut) - offered to ancestors and deities as thanksgiving.

B. The igbo (masquerade) - entertains the crowd; the igba (drum) - provides rhythm for dances; the oji (kolanut) - used only for greeting elders.

C. The kola nut (ogi) - offered for greetings; the igba (gourd) - holds drinking water; the ekwe (flute) - plays melodic tunes during the ceremony.

D. The palm wine (mmanya) - refreshes participants and symbolizes hospitality; the igba (bell) - marks the beginning of rites; the ukwe (cloth) - decorates the venue.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21 View Details

Write the Igbo word that means "friendship".

Correct A. enyi

B. nwanne

C. ọma

D. ụmụ

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22 View Details

A farmer plants a seed but never waters it. Which Igbo proverb best describes this situation? State the proverb and its moral.

Correct A. Onye na-azụ anụ ma ọ naghị rie ya, ọ ga-efunahụ ya. Moral: One who invests effort or resources but does not nurture or use them will lose the benefit.

B. Onye na-azụ anụ ma ọ naghị ewere ya, ọ ga-eri nri ya. Moral: Taking without caring leads to waste.

C. Onye na-azụ anụ ma ọ naghị rie ya, ọ ga-efunahụ ego. Moral: Investing without nurturing results in financial loss.

D. Onye na-azụ anụ ma ọ naghị ewere ya, ọ ga-efunahụ ya. Moral: If you acquire something but do not make use of it, you will lose it.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23 View Details

In a traditional Igbo marriage ceremony, three events take place: the wine‑carrying ceremony lasting (2) hours, the feast lasting (3) hours, and the dance lasting (1.5) hours. What is the total duration of the ceremony in hours and minutes?

Correct A. 6 hours 30 minutes

B. 5 hours 30 minutes

C. 6 hours 15 minutes

D. 7 hours 0 minutes

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24 View Details

On Monday, the price of a kilogram of yam was \(\mathrm{₦}500\). On Tuesday, the price increased by \(15\%\). On Wednesday, the price decreased by \(10\%\) of the Monday price. What was the price of yam on Wednesday?

A. 575

B. 518

Correct C. 525

D. 450

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25 View Details

Write a short essay (150‑200 words) in Igbo on the importance of preserving traditional festivals in modern society. Your essay should (i) introduce the topic, (ii) give two specific benefits of preserving festivals, and (iii) conclude with an appropriate Igbo proverb that reinforces your argument.

A. Igbo people, in this age of technological development, it is important to preserve traditional festivals. These festivals help families stay together and provide children with opportunities to learn about history. First, festivals increase respect among people, creating peace. Second, they boost the economy by promoting trade. In conclusion, as the proverb says, "If you use tradition, life will last forever."

B. Ndị Igbo, n'oge a nke mmepe teknụzụ, ọ dị mkpa ka anyị chekwaa emume omenala. Emume ndị a na‑akwalite njikọ ezinụlọ, ma ọ bụghị naanị na‑enye ụmụaka ohere ịmụ ihe gbasara akụkọ ihe mere eme. Nke mbụ, emume na‑ebuli mmụọ nsọpụrụ n'etiti ndị mmadụ. N'ikpeazụ, ka e si kwuo: "Ọ bụrụ na e jiri ego mee ihe, ọ ga‑adịrịrị ndụ."

Correct C. Ndị Igbo, n'oge a nke mmepe teknụzụ na‑agbanwe ụwa, ọ dị mkpa ka anyị chekwaa emume omenala. Emume ndị a na‑akwalite njikọ ezinụlọ, na‑enye ụmụaka ohere ịmụ ihe gbasara akụkọ ihe mere eme na omenala nna ha. Nke mbụ, emume na‑ebuli mmụọ nsọpụrụ n'etiti ndị mmadụ, na‑eme ka e nwee udo na nkwado n'ime obodo. Nke abụọ, ha na‑akwalite akụnụba site n‑ịkwalite azụmahịa ndị ahịa, dịka ahịa nri na‑ere n'oge emume. N'ịchekwa emume, anyị na‑agbakọtara ihe ndị a n'otu, na‑eme ka ọgbọ ọhụrụ ghọta uru ha. N'ikpeazụ, ka e si kwuo: "Ọ bụrụ na e jiri omenala mee ihe, ọ ga‑adịgide ndụ." (Omenala bụ ndụ).

D. Ndị Igbo, n'oge a nke mmepe teknụzụ, ọ dị mkpa ka anyị chekwaa emume omenala. Emume na‑akwalite mmekọrịta mmadụ na ibe ya, ma ọ bụghị n'ụzọ pụrụ iche maka omenala. Nke mbụ, emume na‑ebuli akụnụba site n‑ịkwalite azụmahịa, ma ọ bụghị site n‑ịzụ ahịa omenala. Nke abụọ, ha na‑akwalite ịdị n'otu n'etiti obodo, n'agbanyeghị na ọ bụghị ihe pụrụ iche nke emume. N'ikpeazụ, ka e si kwuo: "Ọ bụrụ na e jiri mmiri mee ihe, ọ ga‑adịgide ndụ."

Correct Answer: C

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