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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 1036:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:
Thompson was a prosecution witness at the court hearing
  • A False
  • B Reliable
  • C Government
  • D Trial
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Question 1037:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:
The beggar's takings snow-belled every hour.
  • A Grew
  • B Turned white
  • C Grew into a ball
  • D Turned into snow
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Question 1038:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:
His attempts were nipped in the bud
  • A Unsuccessful
  • B Cut short
  • C Frustrated
  • D Disqualified
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Question 1039:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:
The preacher has made good his promise to visit some of his converts today
  • A Fulfilled
  • B Abide to
  • C Seen to
  • D Accepted
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Question 1040:
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:'Watch it! You could be followed said the robber
  • A Look around
  • B Be sober
  • C Be vigilant
  • D Look out
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