1990 - JAMB English Past Questions and Answers - page 20
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In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined: The advertisement served as a smoke screen for the activities of the company
A
a camouflage
B
a protection
C
an enhancement
D
an exchange
192
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined: My plans are still up in the air
A
being publicised
B
uncertain
C
uncovered
D
unprotected
193
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined: The judge always takes a hardline on such issues
A
complex stand
B
simple stand
C
uncompromising stand
D
difficult stand
194
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: The case was dismissed for want of evidence
A
for want of facts
B
for lack of opinions
C
for insufficient discussions
D
for lack of proof
195
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: The term has become indomitable quite recently
A
incorrigible
B
disobedient
C
unconquerable
D
unruly
196
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: The flock suddenly became restive after midday
A
quiet
B
submissive
C
disorderly
D
fidgety
197
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: Your reaction underscores the point i was making
A
reveals
B
proves wrong
C
emphasizes
D
justifies
198
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: What he received from the visitors was invaluable
A
priceless
B
worthless
C
valueless
D
costly
199
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: The potential resources of the university should be fully exploited
A
important
B
latent
C
effective
D
abundant
200
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:Tom's aberrant behaviour attracted attention.
A
rascally
B
selfish
C
heady
D
abnormal
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