Gce Model Questions Vol1 2019 English Language Question 4

Read the following scenario: "Ada, a 19‑year‑old from a small town in northern Nigeria, decided to start a small online tailoring business after learning basic sewing skills from a community workshop. With a modest start‑up fund of ₦150,000, she purchased a sewing machine, fabric, and set up a simple website. Within six months, orders began to arrive from neighbouring towns, but she struggled with time‑management, quality control and competition from larger retailers. Despite these challenges, Ada persisted, seeking advice from a local entrepreneur and gradually improving her service." Write a narrative essay of about 300‑350 words that tells the story of Ada’s entrepreneurial journey. Your essay should: a) Describe the initial motivation and steps Ada took to start her business. b) Illustrate at least two significant challenges she faced and how she responded to them. c) Conclude with a reflection on what Ada’s experience reveals about the qualities needed for young entrepreneurs in Nigeria. Use vivid language, appropriate tense shifts, and maintain a clear chronological order.