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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2017 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 46:
The first time Paul met Ngozi, her beauty caught his eye. This means that _________
  • A Ngozi admired Paul
  • B Paul recognized Ngozi.
  • C Ngozi attracted Paul.
  • D Paul surprised Ngozi
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Question 47:
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s)
Strange
  • A Vague
  • B Mirage
  • C Logic
  • D Legume
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Question 48:
This question is based on S. L. Manyika's INDEPENDENCE
According to Tayo the two major problems of Nigeria were
  • A Tribalism and religion
  • B Politics and culture
  • C Bribery and corruption
  • D Greed and mismanagement
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Question 49:
The government has decided to freeze student's grants. This means that government intends to
  • A Reduce grants meant for students
  • B Resume paying grants to students
  • C Make students repay the grants
  • D Stop paying grants to students
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Question 50:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
This case is within the jurisdiction of the council
  • A Record
  • B Prohibition
  • C Authority
  • D Finance
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