JAMB - English Language (2005 - No. 45)
Choose the option that best completes the gap(S).
It is African for a younger person to show ...... to elders?
It is African for a younger person to show ...... to elders?
understanding
indifference
deference
satisfaction
Maelezo
"Deference" refers to a respectful attitude or behaviour towards someone considered superior or deserving of respect, such as elders, authority figures, or experts. In many African cultures, showing deference or respect to elders is a common and highly valued practice that reflects cultural norms and values related to respect for age, wisdom, and experience.