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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2011 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 6:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s). He [u]compliments [/u]me on my way of doing things?
  • A Complements
  • B Imitates
  • C Disgusts
  • D Praises
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Question 7:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s). The girl is angry with her friend who had [u]ensnared [/u]her into this relationship?
  • A Tricked
  • B Encourage
  • C Forced
  • D Enslaved
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Question 8:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s). Their new house was roofed with [u]corrugated [/u]sheets?
  • A Folded
  • B Iron
  • C Aluminium
  • D Corrupted
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Question 9:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s). The stockbroker said it was an [u]astute [/u]move to sell the shares then?
  • A A bad
  • B A shrewd
  • C An unprofitable
  • D An insincere
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Question 10:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s). The principal described Oche as the most [u]tactful [/u]person he had ever worked with?
  • A Passionate
  • B Discreet
  • C Hard-working
  • D Innovative
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