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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 1985 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 1:
In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined: The chief was generous in his award of university scholarships
  • A Nobel
  • B Considerate
  • C Liberal
  • D Mean
  • E Honest
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Question 2:
In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined: The chief was generous in his award of university scholarships
  • A Nobel
  • B Considerate
  • C Liberal
  • D Mean
  • E Honest
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Question 3:
In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined: To most people last Christmas was an austere period
  • A Prosperous
  • B Harsh
  • C Severe
  • D Sour
  • E Stern
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Question 4:
In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined: Chidi is naturally taciturn
  • A Friendly
  • B Cheerful
  • C Dumb
  • D Lively
  • E Garrulous
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Question 5:
In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined: He is loved for his altruism.
  • A Benevolence
  • B Sincerity
  • C Selfishness
  • D Selflessness
  • E Kindness
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