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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2004 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 36:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s). The ship was [u]imperiled[/u] by high winds
  • A Piloted
  • B Destroyed
  • C Deceived
  • D Saved
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Question 37:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s). Beauty queens sometimes wears [u]outlandish[/u] dresses
  • A Beautiful
  • B Flashy
  • C Familar
  • D Attractive
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Question 38:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s). The journalist said he was working [u]freelance[/u].
  • A Tirelessly
  • B Without a pay
  • C Satisfactorily
  • D Dependently
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Question 39:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s). My father's presentation was rather [u]casual[/u]
  • A Formal
  • B Vital
  • C Infirmal
  • D Divisive
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Question 40:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s). The Flying Eagles put up a [u]plucky[/u] defence against their opponents
  • A Strong
  • B Weak
  • C Careless
  • D Tactful
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