Question 9
BECE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2018
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YORUBA_L1
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objective
Explain the meaning of the Yoruba proverb "Ẹni tí ó ń ṣọ́ra, kì í ṣọ́ra fún ara rẹ̀" in the context of respecting elders.
Answer Options
A.
The proverb suggests that someone who constantly worries about others' safety will end up neglecting their own responsibilities; regarding elders it means you should prioritize your own needs over theirs.
B.
It means that a person who is careful with money should never share it with others; in relation to elders it advises keeping wealth for oneself.
C.
The saying indicates that being overly protective of others makes you vulnerable to criticism; in the elder‑respect context it tells you to avoid speaking up to seniors.
Correct Answer
D.
The proverb warns that a person who is overly cautious about others' opinions should not become selfish; in the context of respecting elders it means one should not look after only oneself but should also show care and respect for elders.
Correct Answer
D
Correct Option:
The proverb warns that a person who is overly cautious about others' opinions should not become selfish; in the context of respecting elders it means one should not look after only oneself but should also show care and respect for elders.
About This Question
This is
Bece Model Questions Vol1
2018
Yoruba L1
Question 9.
It is one of the
objective
questions from the
2018
Bece Model Questions Vol1
Yoruba L1
examination.
Difficulty level:
Medium
.