2018 - JAMB English Past Questions and Answers - page 4

31

Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence. Adawo is an imp

A
Adawo behaves queenly
B
Adawo behaves differently
C
Adawo behaves decently
D
Adawo behaves badly
correct option: d

An imp is a small, mischievous devil or sprite.

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32

Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence. The man reasoned that there ought to be a limit to sycophancy

A
there can be no favour beyond a reasonable point
B
sycophants need not talk all the time
C
people should know when not to use flattery
D
sycophants should now when to grant people requests
correct option: c
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33

Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence. The organization is constantly in a state of flux

A
There are periodic changes in the organization
B
The organization is facing a difficult period
C
The organization is experiencing; good times
D
The organization is moribund
correct option: a
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34

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics. The witness averred that she had seen Dosun at the scene of the crime

 

A
argued
B
confirmed
C
denied
D
affirmed
correct option: c
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35

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics. The governor's visit is an unprecedented event in the history of the social club

A
a perfect
B
momentous
C
an insignificant
D
an unnecessary
correct option: c
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36

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics. Our principal took exception to the ignoble role the teacher played in the matter

A
embarrassing
B
honourable
C
extraordinary
D
dishonourable
correct option: b
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37

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics. He is notorious for his drunkenness

A
popular
B
known
C
well known
D
renowned
correct option: a
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38

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics. The severity of the harmattan helped me to complete my writing assignment in record time because i had no choice but to lock myself indoors

A
warmth
B
mindless
C
moderation
D
leniency
correct option: b
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39

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics. This card entitles you to attend the film show

A
disqualifies
B
discourages
C
disenchants
D
satisfies
correct option: a

‘Entitle’ means to qualify, allow or give someone the right to do something

On the opposite, ‘Disqualify’ means to make one ineligible to do something.

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40

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics. He is loved for his altruism

A
benevolence
B
sincerity
C
selfishness
D
selflessness
correct option: c
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