JAMB English Language Syllabus
Introduction:
- This syllabus is designed to help candidates prepare for the English Language section of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination.
- The English Language section assesses candidates' knowledge and understanding of various aspects of the English language, including grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and sentence structure.
1. JAMB Synonyms:
- Definition and examples of synonyms.
- Practice exercises to enhance understanding and usage of synonyms.
2. JAMB Antonyms:
- Definition and examples of antonyms.
- Practice exercises to enhance understanding and usage of antonyms.
3. JAMB Sentence Interpretation:
- Techniques for interpreting and understanding sentences.
- Practice exercises to improve sentence interpretation skills.
4. JAMB Sentence Completion:
- Strategies for completing sentences with appropriate words or phrases.
- Practice exercises to enhance sentence completion skills.
5. JAMB Noun:
- Definition and examples of nouns.
- Identification and usage of different types of nouns.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of nouns.
6. JAMB Pronoun:
- Definition and examples of pronouns.
- Identification and usage of different types of pronouns.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of pronouns.
7. JAMB Verb:
- Definition and examples of verbs.
- Identification and usage of different types of verbs.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of verbs.
8. JAMB Adjective/Adverb:
- Definition and examples of adjectives and adverbs.
- Identification and usage of different types of adjectives and adverbs.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of adjectives and adverbs.
9. JAMB Preposition:
- Definition and examples of prepositions.
- Identification and usage of different types of prepositions.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of prepositions.
10. JAMB Conjunction:
- Definition and examples of conjunctions.
- Identification and usage of different types of conjunctions.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of conjunctions.
11. JAMB Tense:
- Definition and examples of different tenses.
- Identification and usage of different tenses in sentences.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of tenses.
12. JAMB Punctuation:
- Definition and examples of punctuation marks.
- Rules and guidelines for using punctuation marks correctly.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of punctuation.
13. JAMB Idioms and Phrases:
- Definition and examples of idioms and phrases.
- Identification and interpretation of idioms and phrases in sentences.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of idioms and phrases.
14. JAMB Parts of Speech:
- Definition and examples of different parts of speech.
- Identification and usage of different parts of speech in sentences.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of parts of speech.
15. JAMB Clauses and Phrases:
- Definition and examples of clauses and phrases.
- Identification and usage of different types of clauses and phrases.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of clauses and phrases.
16. JAMB Vowels:
- Definition and examples of vowels.
- Identification and usage of vowels in words.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of vowels.
17. JAMB Consonants:
- Definition and examples of consonants.
- Identification and usage of consonants in words.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of consonants.
18. JAMB Rhymes:
- Definition and examples of rhymes.
- Identification and creation of rhymes in words.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of rhymes.
19. JAMB Word Stress:
- Definition and examples of word stress.
- Identification and usage of word stress in words.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of word stress.
20. JAMB Emphatic Stress:
- Definition and examples of emphatic stress.
- Identification and usage of emphatic stress in sentences.
- Practice exercises to reinforce knowledge of emphatic stress.
21. JAMB Comprehension and Summary:
- Techniques for comprehending and summarizing passages.
- Practice exercises to improve comprehension and summarizing skills.
22. JAMB Previous Year Questions: English:
- Review of previous year's JAMB English Language questions.
- Practice exercises using previous year's questions to assess preparedness for the examination.
Conclusion:
- This syllabus provides a comprehensive overview of the topics covered in the JAMB English Language examination.
- By studying and practicing the concepts and skills outlined in this syllabus, candidates can enhance their performance in the JAMB examination and improve their overall English language proficiency.
This course is helpful for the following exams: JAMB