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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2014 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 21:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase. As a student, Isa tied [u]communal[/u] living for a few years.
  • A Private.
  • B Collective.
  • C General.
  • D Shared.
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Question 22:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase. The chairman admires [u]incessant [/u]meetings.
  • A Irregular.
  • B Unusual.
  • C Planned.
  • D Constant.
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Question 23:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase. Today's weather is [u]favourable [/u]for a game of tennis.
  • A Disapproving.
  • B Impartial.
  • C Abnormal.
  • D Encouraging.
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Question 24:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase. All the candidates looked [u]aghast [/u]at the reading of the questions.
  • A Relaxed.
  • B Fulfilled.
  • C Dismayed.
  • D Satisfied.
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Question 25:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase. Joke gave Muhammad a [u]jaunty [/u]smile.
  • A A cheerful.
  • B A discouraging.
  • C An inviting.
  • D A frightful.
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