2012 - JAMB English Past Questions and Answers - page 2
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Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
The principal was advised to be flexible on critical issues.
The principal was advised to be flexible on critical issues.
A
livid
B
cautious
C
evasive
D
rigid
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Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
Bola always looks sober
Bola always looks sober
A
excited
B
serious
C
worried
D
hapless
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Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
Dupe was promoted for her efficiency
Dupe was promoted for her efficiency
A
ability
B
inconsistency
C
incompetence
D
rudness
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Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
The management wants to consider her reticent behaviour in due course.
The management wants to consider her reticent behaviour in due course.
A
disapproving
B
disciplinarian
C
contemplative
D
loquacious
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Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
Election processes often become volatile
Election processes often become volatile
A
calm
B
strange
C
sudden
D
latent
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Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
Oche entered the principal's office in a rather abrasive manner.
Oche entered the principal's office in a rather abrasive manner.
A
gentle
B
rude
C
lackadaisical
D
indifferent
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Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
Otokpa is a member of the ad hoc committee on stock acquisition.
Otokpa is a member of the ad hoc committee on stock acquisition.
A
improvised
B
formal
C
temporary
D
fact-finding
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Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
His gift to the poor was always infinitesimal
His gift to the poor was always infinitesimal
A
large
B
small
C
supportive
D
shameful
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Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
The economist concluded that several factors have been adduced to explain the fall in the birth rate.
The economist concluded that several factors have been adduced to explain the fall in the birth rate.
A
affirmed
B
diffused
C
mentioned
D
refuted
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In the question below, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined. The presidential system is an antidote to some political ailments.
A
an answer
B
an inquiry
C
a reply
D
an obstacle
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