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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb 2017 English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 41:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
The children received gifts from doting parents
  • A Nagging
  • B Loving
  • C Humble
  • D Docile
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Question 42:
Fill in the Gap
The press will no longer be free when the new government starts to – newspapers
  • A Censure
  • B Edit
  • C Publish
  • D Censor
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Question 43:
In the novel "Independence" Tayo lied to Vanassa that Christine was his ______?
  • A Sister
  • B Niece
  • C Aunt
  • D Cousin
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Question 44:
Choose the best option that best completes the gap(s)
The_____event takes place every two years
  • A Bienial
  • B Biannual
  • C Biennial
  • D Biannal
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Question 45:
Fill in the Gap
Mr Collins does not allow his name to be published in connection with the philanthropy because he _____ publicity
  • A Wields
  • B Lacks
  • C Detests
  • D Defines
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