1990 - JAMB English Past Questions and Answers - page 9
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In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word Underlined: His antipathy to religious ideas makes him unpopular
A
remedy
B
conciousness
C
hostility
D
receptiveness
correct option: d
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In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:
The boss told the man to let sleeping dogs lie
The boss told the man to let sleeping dogs lie
A
not to look for trouble
B
not to disturb other people
C
let the dogs sleep well
D
let the trouble begin
correct option: a
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In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word Underlined: The fact that Ruth has inherited her late husband's house is cold comfort to her
A
appropriate comfort
B
inadequate comfort
C
no comfort at all
D
wet comfort
correct option: b
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In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word Underlined: The headmaster decided to make good his promise to the students
A
fulfil
B
improve
C
complete
D
realize
correct option: a
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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
correct option: a
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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
correct option: b
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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
correct option: c
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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
correct option: d
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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
correct option: c
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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
correct option: d
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