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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2000 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 36:
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The Governor told the chief that he was only on a routine tour?
  • A Normal and regular visit
  • B Unplanned encounter
  • C Surprise and imprompt check
  • D Working visit and homage
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Question 37:
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The boy was told that he would need several more pints of blood if he was to survive.
  • A Many
  • B Much
  • C Some
  • D Plenty
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Question 38:
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The principal told the teacher to stop browbeating the children?
  • A Pampering
  • B Bullying
  • C Deceiving
  • D Caning
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Question 39:
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
Some actions of the Nigerian youth have alienated them from those who were sympathetic to their cause?
  • A Endeared / kindly
  • B Confronted / ill disposed
  • C Separated / opposed
  • D Estranged / well disposed
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Question 40:
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The essay topic is nebulous?
  • A Vague
  • B Incorrect
  • C Distinct
  • D Clear
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