Question 4
BECE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2023
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IGBO_L1
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objective
You have been asked to give a short speech at your school's Cultural Day on the importance of preserving the Igbo language. Outline three main points you would include in your speech and provide one supporting sentence for each point.
Answer Options
A.
1. Culinary Preference - Highlighting that preserving Igbo is mainly about keeping traditional recipes alive.
2. Fashion Trends - Emphasizing that the language is important solely for naming traditional clothing styles.
3. Sports Success - Claiming that speaking Igbo directly improves athletic performance in school competitions.
Correct Answer
B.
1. Cultural Identity - The Igbo language carries our traditions, proverbs, and history, linking us to our ancestors.
2. Inter‑generational Transmission - Teaching Igbo to younger children ensures our heritage continues.
3. Educational Benefits - Learning a mother‑tongue first improves overall academic performance and critical thinking.
C.
1. Economic Profit - Emphasizing that speaking Igbo directly increases personal income through lucrative business opportunities.
2. Global Dominance - Claiming that Igbo will become the world's primary language for international diplomacy.
3. Technological Advancement - Stating that mastering Igbo is essential for developing cutting‑edge software and AI.
D.
1. Historical Irrelevance - Arguing that the Igbo language has no connection to our ancestors or cultural heritage.
2. Educational Hindrance - Suggesting that learning Igbo first hampers academic performance in other subjects.
3. Social Isolation - Insisting that speaking Igbo limits social interactions to only Igbo speakers.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
1. Cultural Identity - The Igbo language carries our traditions, proverbs, and history, linking us to our ancestors.
2. Inter‑generational Transmission - Teaching Igbo to younger children ensures our heritage continues.
3. Educational Benefits - Learning a mother‑tongue first improves overall academic performance and critical thinking.
About This Question
This is
Bece Model Questions Vol1
2023
Igbo L1
Question 4.
It is one of the
objective
questions from the
2023
Bece Model Questions Vol1
Igbo L1
examination.
Difficulty level:
Medium
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