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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2006 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 66:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s). He gave himself up by his [u]plebeian[/u] tastes?
  • A Robust
  • B Voracious
  • C Patrician
  • D Laughable
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Question 67:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s). Akpan was able to [u]douse[/u] the flames with the new piece of equipment?
  • A Reduce
  • B Extinguish
  • C Ignite
  • D Reinforce
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Question 68:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s). No [u]sooner had[/u] he arrived than it started to rain?
  • A Long before
  • B Seldom
  • C Simultaneously
  • D Just before
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Question 69:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s). The action was [u]premeditated[/u]?
  • A Unnecessary
  • B Catastrophic
  • C Unplanned
  • D Uncoordinated
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Question 70:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s). A [u]tentative[/u] solution was provided?
  • A A convincing
  • B A provisional
  • C An amicable
  • D A definite
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