JAMB Literature in English 2008 Question 3

Question 3

Set Text: Sons and Daughters
JAMB 2008: J. C. de Graft, Sons and Daughters (extract)
The passage, as printed

The whole business in the excerpt above refers to

  1. A.marriage proposal
  2. B.career choice
  3. C.business contract
  4. D.political transition.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (career choice)

Explanation

The 'business' that is so frustrating is James's insistence on choosing careers for his children instead of letting Aaron and Maanan follow their talents.