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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2017 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 26:
The number of workers have increased steadily each year means _________
  • A Have increased steadily
  • B Steadily have increased
  • C Have been increasing steadily
  • D Has increased steadily
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Question 27:
From the options, choose the word nearest in meaning to the underline word
By working hard, Benjamin outshone his elder brother instead of being ________
  • A Overshadowed
  • B Defeated
  • C Demoted
  • D Submerged
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Question 28:
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
The students received a mild reproof from the teacher
  • A Exhortation
  • B Opposition
  • C Commendation
  • D Appropriation
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Question 29:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
Aisha impelled to the party
  • A Compelled
  • B Accompained
  • C Authority
  • D Finance
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Question 30:
When you ____ an opponent's point in a debate, you must do so politely
  • A Refute
  • B Rebuke
  • C Reject
  • D Refuse
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