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JAMB Use of English 1979 Question 15

Question 15

Comprehension
JAMB 1979 Passage C: The kingdom of Hunza
The passage, as printed

Which of the following statements is not true of the Hunza people?

  1. A.They have no money
  2. B.There are no crimes
  3. C.They have had no wars
  4. D.They live till a ripe old age
  5. E.They have no diseases.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (They have had no wars)

Explanation

The passage only says they have had no war in 2,000 years, and they descend from army deserters, so 'they have had no wars' at all is not strictly true. The other statements are stated directly.