2000 - JAMB English Past Questions and Answers - page 14
131
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
Civil engineering is predominantly a male profession?
Civil engineering is predominantly a male profession?
A
absolutely
B
essentially
C
generally
D
seldom
132
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The officer said that he knew nothing to the detriment of the applicant?
The officer said that he knew nothing to the detriment of the applicant?
A
damage
B
disfavour
C
advantage
D
background
133
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
When the driver applied the brakes, they acted up?
When the driver applied the brakes, they acted up?
A
failed
B
responded well
C
were sluggish
D
jammed
134
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The striking workers have vowed not to return to work until the decision is rescinded?
The striking workers have vowed not to return to work until the decision is rescinded?
A
changed
B
dismissed
C
implemented
D
incorporated
135
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
It is rare for a leader and his deputy to see eye to eye?
It is rare for a leader and his deputy to see eye to eye?
A
disagree
B
respect each other
C
be of one mind
D
reproach each other
136
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The presence of the security men in the area will provide a moment of respite for the residents?
The presence of the security men in the area will provide a moment of respite for the residents?
A
soothing relaxtion
B
enduring reprieve
C
lasting security
D
tempoary relief
137
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
It is time for all concerned to first pick to pieces the strike action before proffering solutions?
It is time for all concerned to first pick to pieces the strike action before proffering solutions?
A
embrace joyfully
B
critically analyse
C
stop abruptly
D
commend highly
138
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The new ruler is big-hearted in his dealing with people?
The new ruler is big-hearted in his dealing with people?
A
generous
B
cruel
C
soft
D
proud
139
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The teacher announced that the class would be making a fleeting visit to the zoo?
The teacher announced that the class would be making a fleeting visit to the zoo?
A
routine
B
brief
C
long
D
guided
140
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The project is designed to alleviate poverty in the country?
The project is designed to alleviate poverty in the country?
A
tackle
B
exacerbate
C
eradicate
D
assuage
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