2018 - JAMB English Past Questions and Answers - page 3
21
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The meeting was cancelled because of the convocation
A
brought up
B
called off
C
broke off
D
phased out
22
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. Ayodeji is an ardent supporter of education for the child
A
cogent
B
a passionate
C
an ignorant
D
an optimistic
23
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The exhibition was an eye opener to all
A
style
B
examination
C
dispatch
D
display
24
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. As a Journalist, Bola has always had a nose for stories
A
an instinct
B
a command
C
soft comment
D
cynical statement
25
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. Nwankwo was on the verge of signing a two-year contract with the club
A
brink
B
summit
C
height
D
shore
26
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The Governor told the chief that he was only on a routine tour
A
normal and regular visit
B
unplanned encounter
C
surprise and impromptu check
D
working, visit and homage
27
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The new ruler is big-hearted in his dealing with the people
A
proud
B
cruel
C
soft
D
generous
28
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined. The essay topic is nebulous
A
distinct
B
incorrect
C
vague
D
C.
clear
29
Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence. The events of last Friday show that there is no love lost between the Principal and the Vice-principal
A
They like each other
B
They work independently
C
They couldn't part company
D
They dislike each other
30
Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence. If he were here, it could be more fun
A
He did not show up and so the occasion lacked much fun
B
He was being expected to supply more fun
C
There was no fun because he was not present
D
He was expected but did not show up to liven up the occasion
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