1999 - JAMB English Past Questions and Answers - page 16
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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
There is no point dissipating energy on a useless argument?
There is no point dissipating energy on a useless argument?
A
destroying
B
conserving
C
marshalling
D
storing
correct option: b
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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
After the surgical operation, the doctor gave the indication that Mr. Idogo will pull through?
After the surgical operation, the doctor gave the indication that Mr. Idogo will pull through?
A
be maimed
B
survive
C
die
D
be revived
correct option: c
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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Everyone, including the Principal, believed that he was very assiduous student?
Everyone, including the Principal, believed that he was very assiduous student?
A
assertive
B
industrious
C
aggressive
D
casual
correct option: d
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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
My eldest brother is now faced with the vicissitudes of married life?
My eldest brother is now faced with the vicissitudes of married life?
A
amazement
B
sweetness
C
amiability
D
stability
correct option: d
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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The dancing troupe put up a flawless performance?
The dancing troupe put up a flawless performance?
A
an interesting
B
an imperfect
C
a satisfactory
D
a careless
correct option: b
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Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence.
The manager said that the new loaf was the last word in bakery?
The manager said that the new loaf was the last word in bakery?
A
The loaf was the best ever baked
B
The loaf was the last to be baked
C
The loaf was the worst to have been baked
D
The loaf was the last in the baker's directory
correct option: a
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Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence.
The reformists say elections cannot be free and fair unless a number of constitutional changes are effected?
The reformists say elections cannot be free and fair unless a number of constitutional changes are effected?
A
Reformation depends on constitutional changes
B
Free and fair elections deend on law reforms
C
free and fair and elections are the primary concerne of the reformists
D
Effecting consitutional changes is dependent on electoral reforms
correct option: b
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Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence.
Hundreds of used items will go under the hammer during the weekend?
Hundreds of used items will go under the hammer during the weekend?
A
Unserviceable goods will be publicly destroyed at the weekend
B
Impounded household items will be sold to the public before the weekend
C
Damage items will be sold next weekend
D
Many old items will be auctioned this weekend
correct option: d
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Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence.
The horizon may not be clear now, but the troubled spots have certainly been noted?
The horizon may not be clear now, but the troubled spots have certainly been noted?
A
The horizon is dependent on the troubled spots
B
Clarity of the horizon is dependent on the perception of the troubled spots
C
The troubled spots are more perceptible than the horizon
D
Horizon, clarity of the troubled spots and clarity are remarkably noted
correct option: c
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Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence.
The crowd in the hall is intimidating?
The crowd in the hall is intimidating?
A
The crowd is frightening
B
The crowd is angry
C
The crowd is overwhelming
D
The crowd is riotous
correct option: a
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