WAEC Efik Syllabus 2025 (UPDATED)

WAEC syllabus for Efik have been made available for those that have registered the subject and to make thing very easy for you, we have decided to make things easier for you by bringing it to your table.

In this post you will be seeing the full syllabus which includes the topics and subtopics that you are expected to cover, though your teachers are expected to teach you all but in a case where there are not able to meet up, you have to use this syllabus as a guide together with your past questions and keeping in mind the WAEC timetable.

WAEC Syllabus For Efik

Below is the detailed syllabus for your examination;

Preamble

The study of the Efịk language, literature, and culture is crucial for anyone aiming to gain an in-depth understanding of the Efịk people. This syllabus has been meticulously designed to guide candidates through the essential elements of the Efịk language. It encompasses key areas such as the sound system, grammar, and cultural contexts, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education in Efịk. The syllabus aims to equip students with the ability to speak, read, and write Efịk proficiently, while also familiarizing them with the rich cultural heritage of the Efịk people.

Objectives of the Syllabus

The syllabus has been structured to achieve the following objectives:

1. Proficiency in Communication: To enable candidates to speak, read, and write Efịk correctly and to communicate effectively in the language.
2. Understanding Language Structure: To familiarize candidates with the sound system, grammatical structures, and other significant features of the Efịk language.
3. Cultural Exposure: To expose candidates to the customs, institutions, and worldview of the Efịk culture.
4. Creative and Literary Skills: To provide candidates with the tools needed for creative writing and the appreciation of Efịk literature.

The syllabus is written in Efịk, and candidates are required to respond to all questions in Efịk, using standard orthography and metalanguage. The examination comprises two papers, Papers 1 and 2, which form a composite paper to be taken in one sitting.

Examination Structure

PAPER 1: Objective (1 hour)

This paper consists of three sections: Language, Literature, and Culture. It contains a total of sixty multiple-choice questions distributed as follows:

Section A: Language

• This section includes thirty questions covering various aspects of the Efịk language.
  • Comprehension (10 items): This involves understanding and interpreting two short passages.
  • Composition/Letter Writing (4 items): Questions test the candidate’s ability to write effectively in Efịk.
  • Sound System (4 items): These questions assess knowledge of the phonetics and phonology of Efịk.
  • Word and Sentence Structure (8 items): This involves understanding the grammatical structure of Efịk.
  • Translation (4 items): Candidates are required to translate phrases or sentences.

Section B: Literature

• This section comprises twenty-two questions divided into:
  • Basic Principles of Literary Appreciation (4 items): Questions on the fundamental concepts of literature.
  • Oral Literature (9 items): Prose (3 items), Poetry (3 items), Drama (3 items).
  • Written Literature (9 items): Prose (3 items), Poetry (3 items), Drama (3 items).

Section C: Culture

• This section contains eight questions on various aspects of Efịk culture:
  • Customs
  • Institutions

The total marks for Paper 1 are 60.

PAPER 2: Essay (2 hours)

Paper 2 is an essay-based examination divided into three sections: Language, Literature, and Culture. Candidates are required to answer six questions in total: three from Language, two from Literature, and one from Culture.

Section A: Language

1. Composition/Letter Writing:
   • Candidates should write about 300 words and spend no more than 45 minutes on this section. The topics may include various types of essays such as narrative, descriptive, argumentative, expository, dialogue, debate, and letter writing.
2. Sound System:
   • Candidates must answer one of two questions. These questions assess knowledge of:
     • Vowels and Consonants: Their production (place and manner of articulation), basic phonetic and phonemic classifications.
     • Syllable Structure: The combination of consonants and vowels in words.
     • Sound Processes: Processes like vowel harmony, assimilation, elision, deletion.
     • Distribution: Occurrence of sounds in different environments (initially, medially, finally).
     • Adaptation of Loanwords.
     • Tone and Intonation: Understanding high, low, falling, and rising tones.
3. Grammar:
   • Candidates must answer one of two questions. These questions assess knowledge of:
     • Word Structure and Formation: Roots, affixes (prefixes, suffixes), compounding, borrowing, reduplication.
     • Word Classes: Nouns, verbs, adverbs, pronouns, adjectives.
     • Grammatical Categories: Number, person, tense, negation.
     • Phrases and Clauses: Types and functions.
     • Sentence Structure: Types and structures of sentences.

Section B: Literature

This section consists of questions on the set books for both Oral and Written Literature. There will be one question on each of the three set books for Oral Literature and one on each of the three set books for Written Literature, making a total of six questions. Candidates must answer two questions: one from Oral Literature and one from Written Literature.

1. Oral Literature:
   • Prose: Folktales, legends, proverbs, riddles.
   • Poetry: Songs, ballads.
   • Drama: Traditional drama.
2. Written Literature:
   • Prose: Novels and short stories.
   • Poetry: Anthologies and individual poems.
   • Drama: Play texts.

Section C: Culture

This section consists of questions on Efịk customs and institutions. Two questions will be set, and candidates must answer one.

Topics include:

1. Edu Uwem (Customs):
   • Customs and practices related to various aspects of life.
   • Good Upbringing and Its Benefits: The importance of proper upbringing in Efịk culture.
   • Food Customs: Traditional foods and their preparation, such as “enamde kadi,” “enamdi fufu,” “ebokde mme efere,” “etemde ekpaṅ ṅkukwọ.”
   • Libation: The practice and significance of libation in Efịk culture.
2. Nsionsio Nka (Different Institutions):
   • Family (Ubon/Ekpuk): The structure and importance of family.
   • Worship (Edu Ukpono/Se Ekponode): The role of worship, including deities (Abasi, Ndem), and sacred objects (Ibọk, Mbukpo).
   • Proverbs (Mme Nke): The use and significance of proverbs.
   • Secret Societies (Mme Ndedịbe Nka ke Efịk): The role of secret societies in Efịk culture.

Selected Texts for Study

The following texts have been selected for the West African School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for various years, covering Oral Literature, Written Literature, Language, and Culture.

Oral Literature

• Drama: “Iduo Owo Udo” by A. U. Usoro (Macmillian Nig. Pub. Ltd, 1997)
• Prose: “Motanda Oyom” by E. E. Nkana (Wusen Press Ltd.)
• Poetry: “Edikot Nwed Mbuk 4” by E. N. Amaku (PAICO Ltd., 1987)

Written Literature

• Drama: “Ansa Udọ Enañ” by Etubom Thomas A. Effiom (Macmillian Nig. Pub. Ltd, 1997)
• Prose: “Edikot Nwed Mbuk” (4-6) by E. N. Amaku (PAICO Ltd., 1987)
• Poetry: “Edikot Nwed Mbuk 5” by E. N. Amaku (PAICO Ltd., 1987)

Selected Poems (Mme Uto Emekde)

• “Kop Enyọñ Asiboñ Edem K’ Otop Ikañ” – pg 1
• “Uwem Do ke Tin-Apa” – pg 25
• “Owo Edi Ñkpọndịk” – pg 35
• “Oyobio” – pg 41
• “Garri” – pg 43
• “Idap” – pg 46
• “Tehede Ube Fo!” – pg 50
• “Mbre Ludo Ye Uwem” – pg 53
• “Ňkam Ndi Ndem, Mme Christ Edinyaña” – pg 59
• “Iyañ Ibom” – pg 64

Language

• “Nti Edu Ukpep Nditọ Ikọ Efịk” by NERDC (West African Book Publishers Ltd, 1987)
• “Mme Ukpepñkpọ Ikọ Efịk (4-6)” by O. A. Akpanyuñ & others (Thomas Nelson, 1978)

Culture

• “Koko 3” by Grace Davis (Gradad Prints, Calabar, 2012)
• “Mme Ukpepñkpọ Ikọ Efịk 3” by O. A. Akpanyuñ & others (Thomas Nelson, 1978)

General Reference Books

• “Efịk Language Course” by Ekefre N.U. (Evans Brothers Publishers, Ibadan)
• “A Study of Efịk for Schools and Colleges” by Akpanyun O.A. (Thomas Nelson and Sons Ltd. New York)
• “Mbet Usem Efịk Ye Ubet Nke Efịk” by Okon Efiong Okon (Hammond Printing & Pub. Company Ltd. Kaduna)

Frequently Asked Question

What are the main objectives of the Efịk syllabus?

The syllabus aims to help candidates speak, read, and write Efịk correctly, understand its sound system and grammar, appreciate Efịk culture, and develop creative writing skills.

How is the Efịk exam structured?

The exam has two papers: Paper 1 (Objective) with 60 multiple-choice questions on Language, Literature, and Culture, and Paper 2 (Essay) with six questions on the same areas.

What topics are covered in the Culture section?

Topics include customs, good upbringing, traditional foods, libation, family structure, worship, proverbs, and secret societies.

Conclusion

The Efịk language, literature, and culture syllabus provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and appreciating the Efịk people. By covering the language’s sound system, grammar, and cultural nuances, the syllabus equips candidates with the necessary skills for effective communication and cultural insight.

The inclusion of literary appreciation and creative writing further enriches the learning experience, ensuring that students not only learn the language but also engage with the rich cultural heritage of the Efịk people. Through this syllabus, students will develop a profound respect for and connection to the Efịk culture, fostering a deeper understanding of its customs and traditions.