2000 - JAMB English Past Questions and Answers - page 4
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Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
I have always believed that my mother is a very impassioned woman?
I have always believed that my mother is a very impassioned woman?
A
emotion
B
impartial
C
impassive
D
emotional
correct option: d
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The party gathering was thrown into a state of euphoria after the election result was announced?
The party gathering was thrown into a state of euphoria after the election result was announced?
A
pleasure
B
sadness
C
excitement
D
confusion
correct option: c
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Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The family discussed the crime committed and resolved to nail the lie to the counter?
The family discussed the crime committed and resolved to nail the lie to the counter?
A
expose it publicly
B
bury it in a coffin
C
defer action on it
D
seek more advice
correct option: a
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My father was at the apogee of his career when he was retired?
My father was at the apogee of his career when he was retired?
A
terminal point
B
highest point
C
least productive stage
D
redundant stage
correct option: b
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Though David's condition is serious, his life is not in immediate danger?
Though David's condition is serious, his life is not in immediate danger?
A
nastly
B
hypertensive
C
dangerous
D
grave
correct option: d
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That punch by the young boxer prove to be fatal?
That punch by the young boxer prove to be fatal?
A
effective
B
hard
C
deadly
D
belated
correct option: c
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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
correct option: d
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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
correct option: b
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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
correct option: a
Users' Answers & Comments40
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
correct option: c
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