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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 1988 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 11:
In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) Underlined:The angry waves swallowed the boat
  • A Gentle
  • B Unruffled
  • C Cool
  • D Serene
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Question 12:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:Ngozi and Ekaette were fast friends when we were in the secondary school
  • A Friends who run very quickly together
  • B Friends who go without food for a long time together
  • C Friends who are not easily separated from each other
  • D Friends who spend too much time and energy on pleasure and excitement together
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Question 13:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:My son has just been rusticated from the university
  • A Sent home to get his fees
  • B Sent home for misconduct
  • C Sent home to rest for some time
  • D Sent home to become realistic
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Question 14:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:All we need is a concerted effort to combat the epidemic
  • A Persistent
  • B Dramatic
  • C Joint
  • D Concentrated
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Question 15:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:Jimoh has cupboard love for Sidikatu
  • A Love that never fails
  • B Genuine love
  • C Love for what he wants from her
  • D Love that can fail in time of trouble
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