Question 48
BECE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2022
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IGBO_L1
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objective
The English idiom "to bite the bullet" means to endure a painful or difficult situation bravely. Provide the Igbo idiom that conveys the same meaning, give its literal translation, and explain how it applies to the situation: a student must sit for a very tough final examination.
Answer Options
A.
Igbo idiom: "ịkụ̀rọ̀ ụkwụ n'ọ̀kụ̀."
Literal translation: "to step foot into fire."
Explanation: The idiom means to face danger head‑on, not to endure a painful situation quietly.
B.
Igbo idiom: "ị̀gafé mmirí n'ọ̀kụ̀."
Literal translation: "to cross water in fire."
Explanation: This idiom suggests attempting an impossible task rather than enduring difficulty.
C.
Igbo idiom: "ị̀ṅụ̀ ọgwụ̀ ọ̀tá."
Literal translation: "to drink bitter medicine."
Explanation: It conveys taking a harsh remedy, which differs from the notion of stoically bearing a tough exam.
Correct Answer
D.
Igbo idiom: "ịṅụ mmiri n'akụkụ ọnụ."
Literal translation: "to drink bitter water with the mouth closed."
Explanation: The idiom means to endure something unpleasant without protest. It applies to the student because he must sit for a very tough exam and endure the stress and difficulty without giving up.
Correct Answer
D
Correct Option:
Igbo idiom: "ịṅụ mmiri n'akụkụ ọnụ."
Literal translation: "to drink bitter water with the mouth closed."
Explanation: The idiom means to endure something unpleasant without protest. It applies to the student because he must sit for a very tough exam and endure the stress and difficulty without giving up.
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This is
Bece Model Questions Vol1
2022
Igbo L1
Question 48.
It is one of the
objective
questions from the
2022
Bece Model Questions Vol1
Igbo L1
examination.
Difficulty level:
Hard
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