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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2012 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 26:
Answer the following question below and select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence. As far as Abu is concerned , Mero should be given fifty naira at the most
  • A All Abu is concerned with is that Mero should be given nothing more than fifty naria
  • B All Abu is saying is that Mero probably desrves more than fifty naria and not less
  • C In Abu's estimation, Mero merits not more than fifty naria
  • D In Abu's opinion, Mero deserves fifty naria or probably more
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Question 27:
Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in. As an [u]idiot[/u], the boy is weak in class
  • A A deviant
  • B An expert
  • C A dunce
  • D A genius
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Question 28:
Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in. We were [u]shocked[/u] by the news that he had lost the money.
  • A Astonished
  • B Unconcerned
  • C Disconcerted
  • D Surprised
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Question 29:
Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in. The principal was advised to be [u]flexible [/u]on critical issues.
  • A Livid
  • B Cautious
  • C Evasive
  • D Rigid
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Question 30:
Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in. Bola always looks sober
  • A Excited
  • B Serious
  • C Worried
  • D Hapless
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