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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 26:
In the question below choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underlined:
The governor's action is out of tune with the declarations of his party
  • A In disagreement
  • B In line
  • C Out of touch
  • D In touch
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Question 27:
In the question below choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined:
Ator led a dog's life for twenty years he stayed in the United Kingdom
  • A Lived a dirty life
  • B Was promiscuous
  • C Was domesticated
  • D Led an unhappy and troubled life
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Question 28:
In the question below choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined:
The chief's brother was a complete nonentity
  • A Upstart
  • B Vagabond
  • C Riff-raff
  • D Person ofinexperience
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Question 29:
In the question below choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined:He won most of his fight because of his unorthodox style
  • A Crude
  • B Dishonest
  • C Aggressive
  • D Unconventional
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Question 30:
In the question below choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined:Jide says he read in the papers that our uncle has been declared a persona non grata by the French government
  • A Unwelcome guest
  • B Impersonator
  • C Ungrateful person
  • D Unofficial guest
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