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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 1987 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 6:
In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) Underlined:The explosive growth of world population has not been caused by a sudden increase in human fertility
  • A Fantastic
  • B Gradual
  • C Combustible
  • D Dangerous
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Question 7:
[i]In the question below choose the option [b]opposite in meaning[/b] to the word(s) Underlined[/i]:It is generally believed that misers are not loved by many
  • A Spendthrifts
  • B Spenders
  • C Hoarders
  • D Savers
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Question 8:
In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) Underlined:My bother's primary school foundation was solid and this influenced his secondary education
  • A Sound
  • B Sordid
  • C Shaky
  • D Weak
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Question 9:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the Underlined word(s) or phrase:àt is very difficult to know who is not entitled to essential commodities these days' observed the mobbed NNSC officials
  • A Qualified for
  • B Disqualified from
  • C Eligible
  • D Worthy of
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Question 10:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:'This is a miniaturized version of your house' remarked the Architect.
  • A Compressed
  • B Abridged
  • C Decreased
  • D Smaller
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