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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2016 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 26:
[i]For this question, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the question.[/i] Her death was a bolt from the blue to us
  • A Her death bolted us together
  • B Her death caused confusion
  • C Her death sealed our hopes
  • D Her death was unexpected
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Question 27:
For this question, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the question. The students were nosing around.
  • A They were roaming about
  • B They were searching for information
  • C They were playing around
  • D They were disseminating information
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Question 28:
[i]For this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics [/i] It is important not to let mistakes [i]blight your life[/i]
  • A Damage
  • B Impart
  • C Improve
  • D Ruin
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Question 29:
[i]For this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics [/i] The film was shot in [i]decrepit [/i]police station.
  • A An improved
  • B A damaged
  • C An impoverished
  • D A dilapidated
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Question 30:
[i]For this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics [/i] Jumoke is fond of [i]carping [/i]her sister
  • A Praising
  • B Joking with
  • C Complaining about
  • D Faulting
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