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