1994 - JAMB English Past Questions and Answers - page 3

21
In the question below choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underlined:
The paper carries many humorous cartoon on Saturdays
A
amorous
B
grievous
C
hilarious
D
grave
correct option: b
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22
In the question below choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underlined:
All through his years in public office, he found his father's advice invaluable
A
priceless
B
hopeless
C
worthless
D
helpful
correct option: c
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23
In the question below choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underlined:
The lecture was merely obfuscating the issue with his endless examples
A
complicating
B
clarifying
C
confusing
D
summarizing
correct option: b
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24
In the question below choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underlined:
Such measures end up exacerbating the pain,
A
aggravating
B
increasing
C
eliminating
D
alleviating
correct option: d
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25
In the question below choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underlined:
Ina sentence, there must always be a concord between a subject and its verb
A
breach
B
departure
C
disagreement
D
dispute
correct option: c
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26
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

As soon as the headmaster appeared, the chanting resumed?
A
immediately
B
much later
C
soon after
D
almost as
correct option: c
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27
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

In the course of the debate, the speakers were advised to summarize their points?
A
argue
B
develop
C
round off
D
round up
correct option: b
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28
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

The elderly often fulminate against the apparent indolence of the young generation?
A
protest bitterly about
B
complain seriously about
C
promote vigorously
D
commend warmely
correct option: d
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29
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

We should discourage further investments in existing factories?
A
productive
B
prosperous
C
prospective
D
precious
correct option: c
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30
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

Nigeria is gradually experiencing economic recession?
A
birth
B
discovery
C
recovery
D
destruction
correct option: c
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