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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2000 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 56:
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The officer said that he knew nothing to the detriment of the applicant?
  • A Damage
  • B Disfavour
  • C Advantage
  • D Background
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Question 57:
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
When the driver applied the brakes, they acted up?
  • A Failed
  • B Responded well
  • C Were sluggish
  • D Jammed
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Question 58:
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The striking workers have vowed not to return to work until the decision is rescinded?
  • A Changed
  • B Dismissed
  • C Implemented
  • D Incorporated
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Question 59:
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
It is rare for a leader and his deputy to see eye to eye?
  • A Disagree
  • B Respect each other
  • C Be of one mind
  • D Reproach each other
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Question 60:
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
Common sense requires that one should be decorous at formal gatherings?
  • A Courteous
  • B Impolite
  • C Incurious
  • D Careful
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