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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 26:
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
The poor man is compelled to languish in his poverty-stricken situation?
  • A Luxuriate in
  • B Deteriorate in
  • C Suffer in
  • D Laugh at
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Question 27:
Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning of the underlined word.
The engineers have been urged to make a prototype of the long-awaited Nigerian car.
  • A Specimen
  • B Original
  • C Copy
  • D Drawing
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Question 28:
Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The young man's behavior showed that he was at the top of the tree?
  • A At the highest position in his profession
  • B Confused
  • C At a point of preparedness to show good example
  • D Arrogant
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Question 29:
Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning of the underlined word.
The chairman's reaction was a storm in a tree cup?
  • A Situated for the occasion
  • B Less serious than it appeared to be
  • C More serious than necessary
  • D Greatly diminished in scope
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Question 30:
Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Do this job while I am away, but take your time?
  • A Be careful
  • B Be through
  • C Be fast
  • D Don't be in a hurry
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