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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 6:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined?
The astute businessman neatly fended off questions about his private life?
  • A Asked
  • B Explained
  • C Welcomed
  • D Sidestepped
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Question 7:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined?
We were warned not to indulge in recriminations?
  • A Counter-charges
  • B Accusations
  • C Indicretions
  • D Frivolous allegations
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Question 8:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined?
The shortage of petrol was a perennial problem?
  • A A recurring
  • B A seasonal
  • C An annual
  • D An incurable
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Question 9:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined?
The best of the boys admire Olu's verve
  • A Intelligence
  • B Handsomeness
  • C Work
  • D Energy
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Question 10:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined?
The best of the boys admire Olu's verve
  • A Intelligence
  • B Handsomeness
  • C Work
  • D Energy
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