JAMB UTME - French - 2024

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In the sentence "Elles achètent un cadeau_leur père," we need to choose the correct preposition that fits into the blank. The sentence translates to "They are buying a present_for their father." The key is to look for a preposition that appropriately indicates the recipient of the gift.

The French word "pour" is used to indicate the purpose or the recipient of an action. In this context, buying a gift for someone means they are the intended recipient. Therefore, the correct preposition to use is "pour."

So, the completed sentence is: "Elles achètent un cadeau pour leur père."

To understand why the other options do not fit:

• "parmi" means "amongst," and it would not indicate the recipient of the gift.
• "dans" means "in," which refers to location and not a recipient.
• "entre" means "between," and indicates something in relation to two entities, not a recipient.

Thus, the only preposition that fits the meaning of buying a gift for someone is "pour."

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In the French phrase "J'ai vu ____ le monde," we need to fill in the blank with a word or form of the word "tout" that correctly matches the context. The phrase translates to "I have seen ____ the world" in English.

Let's examine the four options:

• toute: This is the feminine singular form of "tout" and is used before a singular feminine noun. For example, "toute la ville" means "the whole city."
• tou: This form is incorrect and does not exist in the French language.
• toutes: This is the feminine plural form of "tout" and is used before plural feminine nouns. For example, "toutes les filles" means "all the girls."
• tout: This is the masculine singular form of "tout" and is used before a singular masculine noun, or can refer to everything/entirety.

In this context, "le monde" (the world) is a masculine singular noun. Therefore, the correct form to use is "tout." This would translate to "I have seen all the world" or "I have seen the whole world."

Hence, the sentence should be "J'ai vu tout le monde."

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To answer this question, you need to understand family relationships:

"La soeur de mon père ou de ma mère" translates to "the sister of my father or my mother" in English.

Let's break it down:

• Father's Sister: Your father's sister is your aunt.
• Mother's Sister: Your mother's sister is also your aunt.

Therefore, the correct answer is "tante", which means aunt in English. This is because an aunt is defined as the sister of either of your parents.

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The sentence "Elle se brosse les dents d'aller se coucher" is meant to convey the sequence of actions or the reason why the action is performed. In this context, it implies that she is brushing her teeth in order to go to bed. The options provided suggest different prepositions that could be used to complete the sentence correctly. Let's briefly examine each:

1. "depuis": This means "since" or "from" in English. It indicates time or origin and would not fit logically into the sentence because it doesn't connect the two actions appropriately.

2. "avait": This is a form of the verb "avoir," meaning "had." It is not a preposition and does not serve to logically connect brushing teeth with going to bed in this sentence.

3. "avec": Meaning "with," this preposition implies accompaniment or association. It suggests doing two actions together but not sequentially or in purpose-based association, which doesn’t align with the intended meaning of the sentence.

4. "derrière": This means "behind" or "afterward." While it indicates sequence physically or in time, this preposition is not typically used to denote the purpose of an action.

The appropriate word to complete the sentence logically would be a preposition like **"avant"** meaning **"before"**, so the sentence would become: "Elle se brosse les dents avant d'aller se coucher." This clearly explains that she brushes her teeth **before** going to bed, showing the correct sequence of the actions.

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In the French language, articles change based on the gender and the beginning letter of the noun they accompany. Let's see which article fits with each of the nouns provided:

1. Hôpital: The word "hôpital" begins with a silent 'h' and is masculine. Therefore, the correct article is "à l'" because "hôpital" starts with a vowel sound. Hence, "à l'hôpital" is correct.

2. École: The word "école" is feminine, and since it begins with a vowel sound, the correct article is also "à l'" resulting in "à l'école".

3. Maison: The word "maison" is feminine and begins with a consonant. Therefore, the correct feminine article is "à la", making "à la maison" correct.

4. Cinéma: The word "cinéma" is masculine and starts with a consonant. Therefore, the correct article is "au" (a contraction of "à le"), which gives us "au cinéma".

Since the statement is "J'ai de la fièvre", going to a place typically associated with medical attention is logical. Among the options, "hôpital" is the appropriate choice. Thus, the correct article and noun combination is "à l'hôpital", meaning "I have a fever. I am going to the hospital."

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In French, verbs need to be conjugated to agree with the subject in both number (singular/plural) and person (first, second, third). Here, we must choose the correct form of the verb "choisir" in the context of the sentence with the subject "vous".

The subject "vous" can be used in two situations:

• When addressing one individual formally.
• When addressing more than one person (plural).

In both cases, the appropriate conjugation of the verb "choisir" for "vous" is "choisissez".

Therefore, the correct sentence is: "Qu'est-ce que vous choisissez ?"

This conjugation is in the present tense, and it relates the action directly to the ongoing conversation or moment. Thus, when you ask someone, "Qu'est-ce que vous choisissez ?", it translates to "What are you choosing?" or "What do you choose?" in English, addressing either a single person formally or multiple people.

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In the given French sentence, "Est-ce qu'il regarde la fille? Oui il ___ regarde.", we need to fill in the blank with the correct form of the pronoun or article.

The sentence translates to "Is he looking at the girl? Yes, he ___ looking at her." The blank is meant to replace "the girl," so we need the correct pronoun to refer back to "la fille."

In French, the pronoun used to replace feminine singular nouns (like "la fille") is "la". Therefore, the correct completion of the sentence is "Oui, il la regarde."

**Explanation**:

• "I'" - This is not a French pronoun or article, so it is incorrect in this context.
• "la" - This is the correct direct object pronoun for feminine singular nouns in French. It refers back to "la fille" in the sentence.
• "les" - This is a plural pronoun or article, used for plural nouns. "La fille" is singular, so "les" cannot be used here.
• "le" - This is a masculine singular pronoun or article. Since "la fille" is feminine, "le" is incorrect in this context.

In summary, the correct option is "la" because it correctly refers back to a singular feminine noun, "la fille."

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In the sentence "Je veux savoir ____ il a payé," we need to choose the word that correctly fills in the blank to complete the sentence in French. The sentence translates to "I want to know ____ he paid." Let's analyze the options:

1. "que": This translates to "that" in English. It is used to introduce a clause, but it doesn't fit in this context because it doesn't ask for any specific information.

2. "quel": This translates to "which" or "what" in English and is used to specify a noun in terms of kind or type. However, it is not used to ask about a price or amount, which is needed here.

3. "combien": This translates to "how much" or "how many" in English and is the best fit for this sentence. It asks for a specific quantity or amount, which relates directly to asking about the amount of money paid.

4. "dont": This translates to "whose" or "of which" in English and is used in relative clauses. It doesn't fit in this context either.

Based on the analysis, the most appropriate word to complete the sentence is "combien". So, the completed sentence is: "Je veux savoir combien il a payé," which means "I want to know how much he paid."

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The sentence in French is seeking the correct word to replace "the house" when referring to it belonging to the "chief of the village." In order to choose the correct word, we need to understand both the gender of the noun it is replacing and the grammatical structure.

In French, the word "maison" (house) is a feminine noun which means that when we want to say "this one" or "that one" in reference to a feminine singular noun, we use "celle". This is similar to saying "Non, it is the one of the village chief." when referring back to "house," which is female in French grammar.

Therefore, the correct complete sentence in French is:

"Est-ce que cette maison appartient à ton oncle? Non, c'est celle du chef du village."

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This sentence is saying "Let's not talk about his/her work. Let's talk about yours." The possessive adjective "votre" agrees with the plura noun "vous" (implied in the sentence), indicating that the speaker is addressing someone and asking to discuss their work instead. In this sentence, the correct answer is "votre" because it is the possessive adjective that agrees with the second-person plural pronoun "vous" (implied in the sentence). The other options do not agree with the context and grammar of the sentence.
By choosing "votre" the sentence maintains the correct grammar and possessive agreement, indicating that the speaker is addressing someone and asking to discuss their work instead.

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The pronoun "où" is used to indicate the place of the action.

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In the sentence "J'ai vu_____professeurs," the blank requires you to choose the correct possessive adjective that agrees with the noun "professeurs" in both gender and number.

The noun "professeurs" is plural. In French, possessive adjectives must match the noun they refer to in number and, where applicable, gender. Let's analyze each option:

• leur: This is a possessive adjective used for "their" when referring to a plural noun. It is the correct choice because it agrees with the plural noun "professeurs." Therefore, "J'ai vu leur professeurs" means "I have seen their teachers."
• nos: This means "our" in French and is also used with plural nouns. Although it agrees in number with "professeurs," it changes the ownership to "our," which does not probably fit the context unless specified in the full sentence context.
• tes: This means "your" in the informal singular form and is used with plural nouns. While it also agrees in number, it changes the relationship of possession to "your" and does not seem fitting without context.
• ton: This means "your" in the informal singular form but is used with singular masculine nouns. It does not agree in number with "professeurs" and is thus incorrect.

In conclusion, the most appropriate possessive adjective to complete the sentence "J'ai vu_____professeurs" is "leur."

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In the sentence, "La maison," you're dealing with a French noun. In French, a noun is often complemented by a descriptor or related term to complete or specify its meaning. In this context, "La maison" translates to "The house" in English. Therefore, to complete the sentence, you need a noun or noun phrase that logically relates to or is typically found in a house.

Let's look at the provided words:

• La classe: This means "The class" in English and is typically associated with a school environment, not a house, so it does not logically complete the sentence.
• La cuisine: This means "The kitchen" in English and is a room commonly found in a house. It logically completes the sentence "La maison," making it an appropriate choice.
• La salle de bain: This means "The bathroom" in English, which is also commonly found in a house. However, among all the options, "La cuisine" generally comes to mind first when thinking of a standard room in a house.
• La chambre: This means "The bedroom" in English, another standard room in a house. However, the kitchen is inherently related to the core functions of a house (cooking and food preparation).

Therefore, the most appropriate option to complete the sentence "La maison" is La cuisine.

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In the given list of French words, we have:

• Le jus de fruit
• L'huile de palme
• Le jus d'orange
• Le vin

These words translate to the following in English:

• Le jus de fruit - Fruit juice
• L'huile de palme - Palm oil
• Le jus d'orange - Orange juice
• Le vin - Wine

The phrase "Les boissons" translates to "The beverages or drinks" in English. Among the options, three items are classified as drinks:

• Le jus de fruit - A drink made from various fruits
• Le jus d'orange - A drink made from oranges
• Le vin - An alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes

On the other hand, L'huile de palme is not a drink. It is an oil derived from the fruit of oil palms and is commonly used for cooking and manufacturing and not typically consumed as a beverage.

Thus, the odd one out is L'huile de palme, which is not a drink.

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In French, verbs need to be conjugated to match the subject of the sentence. The verb provided here is "commencer," which means "to begin" or "to start."

The subject in the sentence is "Ils," which means "they." In French, the pronoun "Ils" takes a specific verb conjugation. For verbs ending in -er like "commencer," the form that matches "Ils" is different from other subjects.

The correct conjugation for "Ils" with the verb "commencer" is "commencent." This is because "commencent" is the third person plural form of "commencer," which is used with the pronoun "Ils" (they).

Therefore, the correct sentence is: "Ils commencent leur travail après le match de foot." This translates to "They start their work after the soccer match."

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To determine which pronoun fits best in the sentence "Pendant les vacances______ allons visiter Toulouse," we must understand the structure and rules of French language pronouns in relation to verbs.

The verb phrase "allons visiter" is an indication of an action that will be performed by the subject of the sentence.

In this French sentence, the verb "allons" means "are going to" or "will" in English, and it is the first-person plural form of the verb "aller" (to go).

Therefore, the subject pronoun must be in first-person plural which corresponds to "we" in English.

Among the options provided, the pronoun **"nous"** is the correct choice because **"nous"** is the French pronoun that translates to "we" in English. It matches with the verb form **"allons"**, which is also first-person plural.

Thus, the complete sentence is: **"Pendant les vacances nous allons visiter Toulouse."**

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In French, possessive adjectives change based on the gender and number of the noun they are referring to. In the sentence "C'est non livre! C'est.?", we are talking about a book ("livre"), which is masculine in French.

Here’s what each option means:

• le miea: This is not a correct possessive form. The correct phrase should be "le mien" for a masculine singular noun.


• la tinne: This is an incorrect possessive form and also incorrectly uses feminine form "la" with a masculine noun.


• les tiens: This refers to "yours" in masculine plural form, while "livre" is singular.


• Je sien: This is incorrect due to "Je" being unnecessary and "sien" is not the correct possessive for the noun in question.

The correct possessive pronoun to fill in the sentence "C'est mon livre! C'est ___." is "le mien". It corresponds correctly with "mon livre" meaning "my book" to give "It's mine." in masculine singular form.

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To determine the odd one out in the given list, let's first understand the meaning of each option:

• La marmite: This is a French word that means "the pot" in English. A marmite is commonly used for cooking in the kitchen.
• Le cahier: This translates to "the notebook" in English. A notebook is primarily used for writing.
• Le couteau: This word means "the knife" in English. A knife is a kitchen utensil used for cutting.
• L'assiette: This term translates to "the plate" in English. A plate is used to hold or serve food and is commonly found in the kitchen.

The context given is "La cuisine", which means "the kitchen" in English. Most of the options listed are items associated with a kitchen or cooking:

• La marmite - a pot used for cooking.
• Le couteau - a knife used for cutting food.
• L'assiette - a plate used for serving food.

However, Le cahier (the notebook) is the one item that is not typically associated with the kitchen or cooking activities. It is used for writing, taking notes, and is usually found in a study or office setting. Therefore, the odd one out is Le cahier.

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To determine which device is used to cook food, let's look at the options provided:

• Frigidaire: This is a French word for refrigerator, which is used to keep food cool or frozen. It is not used for cooking.


• Fer à repasser: This translates to "iron" in English, which is used to press clothes and remove wrinkles. It is not associated with cooking.


• Cuisinière: This is the French word for "stove" or "cooker." This device is specifically designed to cook food, as it typically includes burners and an oven for that purpose. This is the correct answer.


• Radio: A device used for listening to audio broadcasts. It is not a cooking device.

Given the descriptions of each option, the correct answer is cuisinière, which serves the purpose of cooking food.

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This sentence is saying "Here's the newspaper I told you about." The pronoun "dont" is used to replace the preposition "de" + noun, and it indicates possession or relationship.

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To determine the correct word to use in this sentence, we need to understand the French grammatical concept of agreement. In French, adjectives and pronouns must agree in gender (masculine or feminine) and number (singular or plural) with the nouns they refer to.

The noun "jours" is **plural** and **masculine**. In French, the word "jours" means "days". Therefore, we need a pronoun or adjective that matches both the plural and masculine form.

Let's examine each option:

• **Toute**: Feminine singular, not suitable as "jours" is masculine plural.
• **Tout**: Masculine singular, not suitable as "jours" is plural.
• **Toutes**: Feminine plural, not suitable as "jours" is masculine.
• **Tous**: Masculine plural, this is the correct form for "jours".

Therefore, the sentence should be completed as: "C'est la saison sèche, le soleil brille tous les jours."

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The word "adresse" is the correct choice as it is an indication of someone's domicile or place of residence. In the context of identifying where someone resides:

Avenue: A street or broad roadway, often lined with trees, but not complete information about a person's location.

Adresse: This refers to the complete information for locating a person's residence or place. It includes details such as the **street number, street name, and possibly the city, postcode, and sometimes country.** An address provides the specific location of someone's domicile.

Pont: A bridge, which is a structure built to span a physical obstacle, like a body of water, road, or valley, **not used** for indicating a person's residence.

Carrefour: A crossroads or an intersection of streets, also **not typically used** as a way to indicate someone's residence.

Therefore, the **correct and complete** indication of domicile is adresse because it provides the precise location details needed for identifying where someone lives.

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In any situation where a theft occurs, it is important to contact the authority responsible for maintaining law, order, and safety. This organization is typically involved in handling crimes, ensuring public security, and investigating illegal activities. From the options provided:

• Maçons are masons, individuals who work with building materials like stone and brick. They are not responsible for handling theft cases.
• Marchands are merchants or traders who buy and sell goods. They are not involved in crime prevention or investigation.
• Avocats are lawyers who provide legal advice and represent clients in legal matters, but they are not the primary contact for reporting a theft.
• Policiers are police officers. They are responsible for maintaining public safety and security, investigating crimes, and responding to incidents like theft.

Therefore, in case of theft, it is necessary to phone the police officers - policiers, as they are equipped to handle and investigate such incidents.

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In French, verb conjugation changes depending on the subject pronoun and the tense being used. Here, the verb "prendre," which means "to take," is being considered in the present tense for a specific subject pronoun, "tu," which means "you" (singular, informal).

Let's break down the options:

"Prend": This is incorrect because it is used with the subject pronoun "il/elle/on" (he/she/one takes).

"Prenez": This form is also incorrect in this context as it is used with "vous" (you - either plural or formal singular).

"Prennent": This form is not appropriate here as it is used with "ils/elles" (they take).

"Prends": This is the correct form because it corresponds to the subject pronoun "tu." In French, the conjugation for "prendre" with "tu" in the present tense is "tu prends." Therefore, the correct answer is "prends."

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The sentence "Un......est une personne qui travaille à la boulangerie" translates to "A......is a person who works at the bakery" in English. To determine the correct word that fits in the blank, we must understand the roles of each professional:

Épicier: This is a grocer, someone who works in or owns a grocery store. They sell various food items but do not specialize in baked goods or work at a bakery.

Poissonnier: This is a fishmonger, a person who sells fish and seafood. They typically work in a fish market or a section of a grocery store that specializes in seafood, not in a bakery.

Boulanger: This is a baker, a person who specializes in baking and works in a bakery. A baker is responsible for making bread, pastries, and other baked goods. This role fits the description of someone working at a bakery perfectly.

Boucher: This is a butcher, an individual who prepares and sells meat. Butchers usually work in butcher shops or meat sections of supermarkets and do not work specifically at a bakery.

The correct answer is Boulanger, as they are the ones who work in a bakery. The term "boulangerie" directly translates to "bakery" in English. Thus, a "boulanger" is a person who works at a "boulangerie".

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The female counterpart of a dog is called a **bitch**. This term is the equivalent of the French word **"chienne"**. To break it down:

- **La chèvre** refers to a female goat.

- **La poule** refers to a hen, which is a female chicken.

- **La chatte** is the term for a female cat.

Therefore, the correct answer is **La chienne**, as it specifically refers to the female dog.

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To determine the correct option for this question, we need to understand what an "optician" is and what services they provide. An **optician** is a professional who specializes in fitting and dispensing corrective lenses for the eyes. Typically, people visit an optician when they have issues related to their **eyes** or vision.

Given this explanation, we should associate going to an optician with eye-related concerns. The option that pertains to the eyes in the given list of options is **"yeux"**, which is the French word for **"eyes."** Therefore, the correct option here is **yeux** because one would go to an optician when they have problems with their eyes.

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The correct answer to complete the sentence "La femme _ vient ici est belle." is qui.

To understand why "qui" is the most appropriate choice, let's break down the sentence:

1. "La femme" means "The woman" and is the subject of the sentence.

2. The phrase "vient ici" means "comes here."

3. The word that needs to complete the sentence is the one that links "La femme" to "vient ici".

Among the given options:

• "qui" is a relative pronoun used to refer to the subject of the sentence. It is used to link the subject to a verb or clause. In this case, it links "La femme" to the verb "vient".
• "ou" means "or" or where, which is not suitable as it does not serve as a relative pronoun connecting a subject to a verb.
• "que" means "that" or "which," but it is typically used as a relative pronoun for objects, not subjects.
• "dont" is a relative pronoun meaning "whose" or "of which," and is used when indicating possession or relation, but is not applicable in this sentence.

Therefore, the correct sentence would be: "La femme qui vient ici est belle."

This translates to "The woman who comes here is beautiful."

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The phrase "Dans_____ ville est-ce que Vous habitez?" requires selecting the correct word from the given options: "quell," "quelles," "quelle," and "que." Let’s break down each option to understand the appropriate choice:

1. Quelle:

This word is the correct choice. In French, "quelle" is the feminine singular form of the word "which." It is used to ask about a specific item when the noun it refers to is feminine and singular. Since "ville" (meaning "city" or "town") is a feminine singular noun, the pronoun and article that accompany it must also be in the feminine singular form. Therefore, the correct question would be "Dans quelle ville est-ce que Vous habitez?" which translates to "In which city do you live?"

2. Quell:

This option is not a valid French word. It appears to be missing the appropriate ending required to agree grammatically with the noun "ville." The correct form for a masculine singular noun would be "quel," but since "ville" is feminine, "quelle" is the correct choice.

3. Quelles:

This word is the feminine plural form and is used when referring to multiple feminine nouns. Since "ville" is singular, using "quelles" would be incorrect in this context.

4. Que:

This term translates to "what" in English and does not agree with the noun it modifies in terms of gender or number. It does not fit the structure of the sentence when asking "in which city." It is not the correct choice for this context.

Therefore, the correct choice is "quelle." The full sentence reads correctly as, "Dans quelle ville est-ce que Vous habitez?"

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The correct choice is country. Therefore, the statement should be: "Le Bénin est un pays d'Afrique occidentale." Here's why:

Explanation:

• Country: A country is a nation with its own government, occupying a particular territory. Benin is recognized as an independent nation in West Africa.
• Continent: A continent is a large continuous mass of land conventionally regarded as a collective region. Africa is the continent; Benin is a part of it, not the entire continent itself.
• Village: A village is a small community or group of houses in a rural area. Benin is much larger than a village; it is an entire country comprising many cities and villages.
• Eat: While 'eat' is a verb referring to the act of consuming food, it does not describe or categorize Benin, as it has no relation to the geographical or political status of Benin.

The term used, "pays", is the French word for country, fitting the context of the sentence as it accurately describes Benin's status as a country in West Africa.

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The number of seasons in Nigeria is two. Nigeria, due to its geographical location, has two primary seasons which are the rainy season and the dry season.

The rainy season usually occurs from about April to October. During this period, the conditions are typically wetter with increased rainfall, especially in the southern regions of Nigeria.

The dry season occurs from about November to March. This period is characterized by less rainfall and drier conditions. It includes the Harmattan season, which is a dry, dusty wind blowing from the Sahara desert across West Africa, usually observed from December to February.

So, the correct answer is two seasons in Nigeria.

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The phrase "Les pays Africains" translates to "The African countries" in English. This implies that we are discussing countries located on the African continent. Among the options given, only Ghana, Benin, and Nigeria are countries located in Africa, while Italie (Italy) is in Europe. Therefore, **Ghana**, **Benin**, and **Nigeria** are the correct completions of the sentence because they are African countries, unlike **Italie** (Italy), which is not.

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The official language of the Republic of Benin is French. This choice is primarily because Benin was a former colony of France. During the period of colonization, the French language was established as the language of administration, education, and governance. Even after gaining independence, many countries, including Benin, retained the colonizing country's language as the official language. French continues to play a crucial role in government, business, and education in Benin. Therefore, the correct answer is French.

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In French, the phrase "Un homme courageux" translates to "A courageous man" in English. A man who is courageous is characterized by their **bravery** when facing danger, challenges, or difficult situations. Courage does not pertain to physical appearance such as being **ugly** or **handsome**. It is an inner quality related to mental strength and the willingness to confront fear. Therefore, a courageous man is an individual who is **brave** and not someone who is **cowardly** or lacks courage. Hence, "brave" is the term that accurately describes "un homme courageux".

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To determine the odd one out, we need to look at the meanings and categorizations of each item listed:

• Une craie: This means "a piece of chalk" in French and is associated with classroom supplies.
• Une chaise: This means "a chair" in French and is a piece of classroom furniture.
• Un canard: This means "a duck" in French, which is an animal and not related to classroom items.
• Un livre: This means "a book" in French and is often found in a classroom setting.

In this context, the items "une craie," "une chaise," and "un livre" are all related to a classroom or educational setting. Un canard is different because it is an animal and does not have direct relevance to a classroom setup. Therefore, the word that is the odd one out is Un canard.

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To determine the odd one out among the given options, we need to understand the meanings of each word in the context of their usage related to "L'école," which means "School" in French. Here's a brief explanation:

• L'ecole: School
• Un crayon: A pencil (A common item used in a school setting for writing.)
• Une fourchette: A fork (A utensil primarily used for eating and not commonly associated with school activities.)
• Un cahier: A notebook (Another common item used in schools for taking notes.)
• Un tableau: A blackboard or whiteboard (A tool you find in classrooms for educators to present information.)

The odd one out is "Une fourchette." The reason is that it is a kitchen utensil used for eating and is not directly related to school supplies or activities, unlike the other items listed which are typically found in a school environment.

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The term you are looking for to describe a person who is not yet married is **"célibataire."** In English, this translates to **"single."**

Let me clarify each option to further explain:

• Célibataire: This is the French word for someone who is not married and is equivalent to being single.
• Mari: This means "husband" in English, indicating a married man.
• Neveu: This translates to "nephew," which refers to the son of one's sibling, and has no direct relationship to marital status.
• Home: This appears to be a misspelling or error for "homme," which means "man" in French. It does not specify marital status.

Therefore, the answer to the question is **"célibataire,"** the term used to describe a person who is not yet married.

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To determine the most appropriate completion for the sentence "C'est le stylo de__ami," it's essential to understand the context and the rules of French possessive adjectives. The phrase translates to "It's the pen of __ friend." In French, possessive adjectives must agree in gender and number with the noun they modify (which is "ami" in this case).

The word "ami" refers to a friend and is masculine and singular. Here are the options broken down:

• mon - This is the possessive adjective for "my" used with masculine singular nouns. Therefore, "mon ami" means "my friend."
• ses - This is a possessive adjective for "his/her" used with plural nouns, thus not suitable for "ami."
• tes - This is a possessive adjective for "your" used with plural nouns, thus not suitable for "ami."
• nos - This is a possessive adjective for "our" used with plural nouns, thus not suitable for "ami."

Given that "ami" is singular and masculine, the correct phrase is "mon ami," meaning "my friend." Therefore, the most appropriate option to complete the sentence is mon.

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In French, the sentence "Vous avez des enfants? Oui. J'/je...... ai deux." translates to "Do you have children? Yes. I have two." The blank must be filled with a correct pronoun that is used to replace "des enfants" (some children) in the given context.

Let's analyze the possible options:

• "les": This pronoun is used to replace a plural noun that has already been mentioned and is specific. However, "les" is not suitable here because it would mean that the speaker is referring to a specific group of children already known.
• "en": This is a pronoun that is used to replace a noun phrase introduced by "de" and its article, such as "des" (some). It is perfect for general references. "En" can mean "of them" or "some" in English.
• "le": This is a singular masculine pronoun which would not fit because we are talking about "enfants" (children), which is plural.
• "la": This is a singular feminine pronoun, unsuitable for "enfants," which is a masculine plural noun.

The most appropriate option to complete the sentence is "en". It is the only pronoun that replaces "des enfants" efficiently by conveying "some" or "of them." Hence, the sentence would be, "J'en ai deux," which means "I have two (of them)." This construction is widely used in French when referring to quantities of something previously mentioned.

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In this sentence, we are working with a French construction where the father ("Le père") is talking to the children ("aux enfants"). The verb "parle" means "talks" or "speaks." We need to replace "aux enfants" which means "to the children" with an appropriate pronoun.

In French, when you want to replace plural indirect objects (in this case, "to the children"), the correct pronoun to use is **"leur"**. "Leur" is an indirect object pronoun for "them" when referring to more than one person.

Let's break it down further:

• **"En"**: This means "of it/of them" and is generally not used for people.
• **"Le"**: This is a direct object pronoun meaning "him" or "it" referring to masculine singular objects, not suitable for plural indirect objects.
• **"La"**: This is a direct object pronoun meaning "her" or "it" referring to feminine singular objects, also not suitable for plural indirect objects.
• **"Leur"**: This is the correct indirect object pronoun for "to them" and is used for plural nouns referring to people.

Therefore, the completed sentence should be: "Le père parle aux enfants. Il leur parle."