Jamb English Language (Use of English) Questions - Clause and sentence patterns
Question 36:
Fill in the blank spaces in the following sentences making use of the best of the five options:
He was reported .... the policeman
View Answer & ExplanationHe was reported .... the policeman
Question 37:
Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :
He used his savings to bring up his nephew.
View Answer & ExplanationHe used his savings to bring up his nephew.
Question 38:
Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :
Mary is jealous of her sister’s success.
View Answer & ExplanationMary is jealous of her sister’s success.
Question 39:
Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :
Our school prefect is too officious and we all hate him because of his behavior.
View Answer & ExplanationOur school prefect is too officious and we all hate him because of his behavior.
Question 40:
Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :
The president of our club has sent his regrets. He may be unable to attend the next meeting.
View Answer & ExplanationThe president of our club has sent his regrets. He may be unable to attend the next meeting.