Question 21
ComprehensionJAMB 1978 Passage E
I dare not lift the veil that protects our tribal marriage customs and ceremonies from the eyes of outsiders. There is already too little in this world that is sacred; and what Fatmata and I were required to go through during the next week must remain so. I was deeply in debt by the time everything was over, but I was absolutely satisfied with my parents' choice. Fatmata was as black as satin, and as soft. She had the teeth and smile of a goddess. The Dopo tutors had done their job well; she was a completely efficient lover and mother. I brought her home with swelling pride, and began at once to save all I could spare towards the cost of acquiring my second wife. My anti-Western revolt was gaining momentum.
The evidence would seem to indicate that
- A.the author adores his wife
- B.he disapproves of her ways
- C.he thinks she is extravagant
- D.the author regrets the cause of his debt
- E.she had not been properly brought up
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (the author adores his wife)
Explanation
He praises Fatmata's beauty, softness, smile and efficiency as lover and mother, and brings her home proudly. He clearly adores his wife.