2024/2025 JAMB Use of English Syllabus & Recommended Textbooks

Are you gearing up for the 2024/2025 JAMB Use of English CBT Examination? Look no further! This blog post provides you with the complete JAMB Use of English Syllabus and recommended textbooks to help you ace the exam with confidence.

2024/2025 JAMB Use of English Syllabus:

The JAMB Use of English exam assesses your understanding of simple, basic, and complex aspects of the English language. To prepare effectively, familiarize yourself with the following topics outlined in the 2024/2025 JAMB Syllabus:

1. Comprehension/Summary
2. Synonyms
3. Antonyms
4. Homonyms
5. Clause and sentence patterns
6. Word classes and their functions
7. Mood, tense, aspect, number, agreement/concord, degree
8. Punctuation and spelling
9. Ordinary usage, figurative usage, and idiomatic usage
10. Vowels (monophthongs and diphthongs)
11. Consonants (including clusters)
12. Rhymes (including homophones)
13. Word stress (monosyllabic and polysyllabic)
14. Intonation (emphatic stress)

Recommended Textbooks:

To excel in the JAMB Use of English Examination, make sure to read the following recommended textbooks covering the syllabus extensively:

1. Attah, M. O. (2013) – Practice in Spoken English for Intermediate and Advanced Learners
2. Bamgbose, A. (2002) – English Lexis and Structure for Senior Secondary Schools and Colleges (Revised Edition)
3. Banjo, A. et al (2004) – New Oxford Secondary English Course Book Six for Senior Secondary Schools
4. Caesar, O. J. (2003) – Essential Oral English for Schools and Colleges
5. Daniel Jones (2011) – Cambridge English Pronouncing Dictionary
6. Egbe, D. I (1996) – Mastering English Usage and Communication Skills
7. Elugbe, B. (2000) – Oral English for Schools and Colleges
8. Grant, N. J. H, Nnamonu, S. Jowitt, D. (1998) – Senior English Project 3
9. Idris, U. (2001) – Oral English at Your Fingertips for Schools and Colleges
10. Igiligi, E. C. and Ogenyi, S. O. (2010) – Grammar and Composition in the G.S.M. Age
11. Jauro, L. B. (2013) – Oral English for Schools and Colleges: A Teaching and Learning Approach
12. Nnamonu, S. and Jowitt, D. (1989) – Common Errors in English
13. Obinna, M. F. (2001) – University Matriculation Use of English
14. Ogunsanwo, O. Duruaku, A. B.C, Ezechukwu, J. and Nwachukwu, U. I (2005) – Countdown English Language
15. Olatoye, S. (2006) – The Silent Teacher
16. Oluikpe, B. O. A, nnaemeka, B. A, Obah, T. Y, Otagburuagu, E. J. Onuigbo, S. and Ogbonna, E. A. (1998) – Intensive English for Senior Secondary School 3
17. Tomori, S. H. O (2000) – Objective Tests for School Certificate English: Practice in Lexis, Structure, and Idiom
18. Ukwuegbu, C, Okoro, O., Idris, A. U., Okebukola, F. O. and Owokade, C. O. (2002) – Catch-up English for SSCE/UME

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q1: What is the purpose of the JAMB Use of English Examination?

A1: The JAMB Use of English exam evaluates candidates’ proficiency in understanding various aspects of the English language, from comprehension to language structure.

Q2: How can I access the 2024/2025 JAMB Use of English Syllabus PDF?

A2: You can easily download the syllabus PDF [here](insert link here).

Q3: Which textbook is recommended for practicing spoken English?

A3: “Practice in Spoken English for Intermediate and Advanced Learners” by Attah, M. O. (2013) is highly recommended.