[12/04, 18:04] Meta AI: Here’s your word list with meaning + pronunciation + quick UTME example for each one: 1. Lingua franca /ˌlɪŋɡwə ˈfræŋkə/ Meaning: A common language used between people whose native languages are different. Example: English serves as the lingua franca in Nigeria. UTME note: Often tested as “common language.” 2. Laudable /ˈlɔːdəbl/ Meaning: Deserving praise; commendable. Example: Her effort to help the poor is laudable. Synonym: Praiseworthy. Antonym: Blameworthy. 3. Inscrutable /ɪnˈskruːtəbl/ Meaning: Impossible to understand or interpret; mysterious. Example: His inscrutable expression gave nothing away. Synonym: Enigmatic. Root: “scrutiny” = close look, but you can’t scrutinize this. 4. Spacious /ˈspeɪʃəs/ Meaning: Having plenty of space; roomy. Example: The new lecture hall is very spacious. UTME trick: Spacious = space + ious. Related to “expand.” 5. Livery /ˈlɪvəri/ Meaning: A special uniform worn by servants/officials, OR the distinctive design on vehicles of a company. Example 1: The palace guards wore gold livery. Example 2: DHL’s yellow and red livery is easy to spot. 6. Tripped up /trɪpt ʌp/ Meaning: Phrasal verb. 1. To cause to stumble physically. 2. To cause to make a mistake/fool someone. Example 1: He tripped up on the stairs. Example 2: The tricky question tripped up most candidates. UTME angle: Often means “to catch out” or “confuse.” 7. Sinister /ˈsɪnɪstə(r)/ Meaning: Giving the impression that something harmful or evil is happening. Example: There was a sinister plot to overthrow the government. Synonym: Menacing, ominous. Antonym: Benevolent. 8. Penury /ˈpenjʊri/ Meaning: Extreme poverty; destitution. Example: After the war, many families lived in penury. Synonym: Indigence, impoverishment. Different from “penal” = punishment. 9. Inimical /ɪˈnɪmɪkl/ Meaning: Harmful, hostile, unfriendly. Often “inimical to” something. Example: Corruption is inimical to national development. Synonym: Adverse, detrimental. Root: “enemy.” 10. Injured by /ˈɪndʒəd baɪ/ Meaning: Physically hurt by someone/something OR emotionally hurt/offended by. Example 1: He was injured by the broken glass. Example 2: She was injured by his rude comment. UTME note: Check if it’s physical vs emotional from context. --- These are heavy UTME/JAMB vocab. Want me to set 5 “nearest in meaning” questions using these words? [12/04, 18:05] Meta AI: Here you go — meaning + usage + UTME tips for each: 1. Injured by a friendly fire /ˈɪndʒəd baɪ ˈfrendli ˈfaɪə(r)/ Meaning: Hurt by weapons fired from your own side during a war/battle, not by the enemy. Example: The soldier wasn’t shot by the enemy; he was injured by a friendly fire incident. UTME note: “Friendly” here is ironic — it means “from your own side.” It’s a military term. Not literal: Don’t confuse with being hurt by an actual friend. 2. Beg the question /beɡ ðə ˈkwestʃən/ Meaning: 1. Technical/logic: To assume the conclusion in your argument; circular reasoning. 2. Common/modern usage: To raise a question; to prompt a question. Example 1 (technical): Saying “God exists because the Bible says so” begs the question. Example 2 (common): His sudden wealth begs the question: where did he get the money? UTME trap: JAMB usually tests the technical meaning = “circular argument.” If you see it in Comprehension, pick “assume what you’re trying to prove.” 3. In accordance with /ɪn əˈkɔːdəns wɪð/ Meaning: In agreement with; following a rule, law, or request. Example: The meeting was held in accordance with the school rules. Synonym: According to, in compliance with, as per. UTME tip: “In line with” is nearest in meaning. 4. Command respect /kəˈmɑːnd rɪˈspekt/ Meaning: To deserve and receive respect because of your character, ability, or position. Not forced. Example: Despite his young age, his honesty commands respect from elders. UTME tip: Nearest in meaning = “enjoys/earns/merits.” Opposite of “demands” respect. 5. Command the view /kəˈmɑːnd ðə vjuː/ Meaning: To overlook; to have a clear, wide view of an area from a higher position. Example: Zuma Rock commands the view of the Abuja-Kaduna highway. Synonym: Overlook, dominate the view of. UTME clue: If it’s about hills, buildings, towers → “overlook.” --- Quick recap table for revision: Phrase Core meaning UTME keyword Friendly fire Hit by your own side Military accident Beg the question Assume conclusion Circular reasoning In accordance with Following rules According to Command respect Deserve & get respect Earns/merits Command the view Overlook from above Overlook Want me to turn these into a 5-question UTME practi
That's a great list of vocabulary, Peace! The definition for "beg the question" in your list is accurate. It correctly highlights both the technical meaning
“The French Revolution which started in 1789 occurred as a result of different factors within French society and the events of the Revolution changed ancient practices and customs of the French Revolution. Evaluate the validity of this statement by discussing the causes and the events of The French Revolution.” For a 4-page research at Grade 10 level, here’s a clear structure you can follow: Introduction — About ¾ page Your introduction must tell the reader what the research is about and what you will argue. Include: 1. Background: The French Revolution began in 1789 and lasted until 1799. It was a major turning point in European and world history. 2. Define key terms: “Ancient practices and customs” = the Ancien Régime or Old Regime — France’s social and political system before 1789. This included absolute monarchy, feudal privileges, and the Three Estates. 3. Thesis statement: State if you think the statement is valid. Example: “This statement is largely valid because the French Revolution was caused by political, social, and economic problems in French society, and the events from 1789–1799 ended many old practices such as absolute monarchy and feudalism.” 4. Outline*: Briefly say you will discuss causes first, then key events, then how those events changed old customs. 5.
Welcome back — been a while! Let's pick up where you left off. Body Paragraph 1: Causes of the French Revolution — About 1.5 pages This section will detail t
