1. "The Invisible Man" by H.G. Wells
The story of a man who renders himself invisible, H.G. Wells' The Invisible Man is not only a timeless piece of science fiction but also a recommended read for those preparing for the JAMB English examination. This novel is often cited for its interesting vocabulary and unique narrative style, which can help you get a better grip on the complexities of the English language.
2. "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe
Arguably the most famous African novel, Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart delves deep into the Igbo society in Nigeria. This novel provides an invaluable opportunity to understand African proverbs, idiomatic expressions, and complex sentence structures. Reading it will improve your understanding of not just the English language but also enrich you culturally.
3. "A Woman in Her Prime" by Asare Konadu
A Ghanaian classic, A Woman in Her Prime, explores traditional African roles. This novel is effective for mastering vocabulary, understanding contextual usage, and grasping the nuances of African English. Given its thematic relevance, it often shows up in WAEC exams as well.
4. "The Trials of Brother Jero" by Wole Soyinka
A satirical play by Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka, The Trials of Brother Jero, exposes the hypocrisies in the society. Plays are a great way to understand dialogue structure and different characters' voice tones, which are crucial for the JAMB English exam. This is available as part of our learning resources.
5. "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare
While a classic British play, Macbeth offers a comprehensive look at English literary devices such as metaphors, similes, and personifications, which are often part of the curriculum. Understanding Shakespearean language can significantly improve your interpretive skills, making it easier to handle complex passages in the exam.
6. Summary Notes and Literary Review Books
To nail the JAMB exams, it is crucial to understand summaries and detailed analyses of books. Green Bridge CBT offers a plethora of resources, including novel summaries and literary review books which can be downloaded through our mobile app. These will provide you with deep insights and critical perspectives.
7. The Concise Oxford English Dictionary
Your fundamental companion, The Concise Oxford English Dictionary, is integral in building your vocabulary and understanding the precise meaning of words. Equipped with this, you can better tackle comprehension passages, essays, and even the use of English in the JAMB UTME.
For more lesson notes, past questions, and specially curated guides, you can explore the resources available on the Green Bridge CBT website. Our extensive collection of over 66,000 past questions and over 1,233 lesson notes are tailored to help you succeed in your exams.
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