Studying the JAMB French syllabus is crucial for excelling in the UTME examination.
By following the syllabus, you can gain a better understanding of the topics and objectives that you need to focus on.
List of Topics in JAMB Syllabus for French 2024/2025
This blog post will provide you with a simplified version of the JAMB French syllabus, breaking down each topic and its objectives to help you prepare effectively.
Culture and Civilization
Objectives
- Identify characteristic features of the culture in Francophone Africa and France, such as greetings, dressing, food, leisure, marriage, festivals, art, and professions.
- Compare these features with the culture of your home country.
- Apply reasoning skills to analyze cultural aspects.
Content
This topic explores the educational system, socio-economic life, political organization, and cultural life of Francophone Africa and France.
If applicable, you should compare these aspects with the culture of your home country, Nigeria.
Principles Governing the Structure and Use of Written French
Objectives
- Identify the basic structures of written French.
- Use the principles of written French to transform one form or class to another.
- Apply the structure to convey diverse messages.
- Apply communicative skills in written French.
Content
This topic focuses on the identification and understanding of basic form classes in written French, including nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, and articles.
Additionally, it covers word order in different sentence types, agreement, negation, and derivation.
You will also learn about set expressions like proverbs, idioms, and conventional structures used in common speech acts.
Workings of French Sounds
Objectives
- Discriminate between different French sounds.
- Deduce meanings from sound combinations.
- Enhance effective communication through sound groupings.
- Assess how syllabification, liaison, e-caduc, pause, and intonation affect sound groups.
Content
In this topic, you will learn to discriminate between French sounds, understand letter-sound correspondence, syllabification, and liaison.
You will also explore sense groups in reading, identify false friends (words that sound similar but have different meanings), and understand how sounds are affected by various features.
Written Comprehension in French
Objectives:
- Deduce answers to questions based on proposed texts’ content, intent, and style.
- Apply reasoning skills to comprehend written texts.
Content
This topic involves reading and comprehending texts on general and emergent interest topics, such as love, life, death, politics, marriage, HIV/AIDS, communication, child trafficking, cultism, travel, corruption, and money laundering.
JAMB Recommended Textbooks for French:
To aid your preparation, the following textbooks are recommended by JAMB for studying French:
A. Written Language
- Companion to French Grammar by T. Ajiboye
- Nouvel Horizon, Book 4 (New Revised Edition) by T. Ajiboye
- A Comprehensive French Grammar by Byrne and Churchill
- Le Nouveau Bescherelle: L’Art de Conjuguer by Hatier
- Grammaire progressive du français (Niveau intermédiaire) by G. Maice et G. Merlo
- On y va! Book 3 by C. Mazauric et E. Sirejols
- A Comprehensive Revision Handbook of French Grammar by S.A. Ojo
B. Culture of Francophone Countries
- Comment vivent les Français by R. Girod and F. Grand-Clement
- French Essays on Culture and Civilisation for Schools and Colleges by L. Mbuko
C. Dictionary
Any good French/English or French dictionary.
FAQs
What topics are covered in the JAMB French syllabus for 2024/2025?
The JAMB French syllabus for 2024/2025 covers a wide range of topics aimed at testing candidates’ knowledge of the French language. Key areas include comprehension passages, grammar (verbs, adjectives, pronouns, prepositions), vocabulary, oral French, and literature. The syllabus also tests listening skills, speaking, and writing, as well as knowledge of Francophone culture and civilization.
How can I access the JAMB French syllabus for 2024/2025?
You can access the JAMB French syllabus for 2024/2025 through the official JAMB website, where it is available for download. Many educational websites also provide the syllabus. Additionally, candidates can purchase JAMB’s official study materials or visit JAMB-approved centers for a hard copy of the syllabus.
What study materials are recommended for the JAMB French syllabus?
For the JAMB French syllabus, candidates are encouraged to use past JAMB questions, recommended French textbooks (such as “Le Nouveau Sans Frontières” or “Grammaire Progressive du Français”), and JAMB-approved study guides. Audio materials for improving listening skills and practice on French literature and oral comprehension are also highly recommended for effective preparation.
Conclusion
By following the JAMB French syllabus, understanding the topics, and practicing with recommended textbooks, you can significantly improve your chances of achieving a high score in the UTME examination.
Remember to review each topic thoroughly and focus on the objectives outlined.
