2001 - JAMB English Past Questions and Answers - page 17

161
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

In his naivety he believed all the stories his friend told him?
A
artlessness
B
stupidity
C
friendliness
D
incredulity
correct option: d
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162
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The journalist's write-up contained a plethora of detail?
A
shortage
B
simplicity
C
complexity
D
spectrum
correct option: a
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163
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

In his naivety he believed all the stories his friend told him?
A
artlessness
B
stupidity
C
friendliness
D
incredulity
correct option: d
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164
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Amina's performance in the examination surpassed my expectations?
A
was disappointing
B
lacked merit
C
was extraordinarily good
D
amazed everyone
correct option: a
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165
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

As these boys never act in public, the police are now worried about their convert activities?
A
ignoble
B
evil
C
open
D
cryptic
correct option: c
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166
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

As these boys never act in public, the police are now worried about their convert activities?
A
ignoble
B
evil
C
open
D
cryptic
correct option: c
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167
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

As these boys never act in public, the police are now worried about their convert activities?
A
ignoble
B
evil
C
open
D
cryptic
correct option: c
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168
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

It is inconceivable that the rat devoured the cat?
A
contestable
B
incomprehensible
C
credible
D
unimaginable
correct option: c
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169
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

In the latter part of his life, the famous soldier showed signs of youthfulness
A
energy
B
senility
C
bravery
D
vitality
correct option: b
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170
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Some equatorial areas have a sultry climate?
A
a hot
B
an inclement
C
a temperate
D
a stable
correct option: b
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