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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2011 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 1:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Since its inception 1983, the newspaper has attracted thousands of readers?
  • A Renaissance
  • B Coming
  • C Commencement
  • D Publication
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Question 2:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Mrs. Asio wanted her sister to stop being so detached?
  • A Friendly
  • B Careless
  • C Indifferent
  • D Passionate
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Question 3:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Lantana dwelt in a ruined cottage on the hillside?
  • A Sat
  • B Worked
  • C Slept
  • D Lived
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Question 4:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The mistake brought the show to an ignominious end?
  • A A good
  • B A palatable
  • C A disgraceful
  • D A satisfactory
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Question 5:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
He compliments me on my way of doing things?
  • A Complements
  • B Imitates
  • C Disgusts
  • D Praises
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