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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Topic: Clause and sentence patterns

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
  • A To be assualting
  • B To assault
  • C Assualting
  • D To have assualted
  • E To have been assaulted
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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.
  • A Lead
  • B Accompany
  • C Feed
  • D Support
  • E Conduct
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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.
  • A Suspicious
  • B Bitter
  • C Careful
  • D Mindful
  • E Envious
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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.
  • A Efficient
  • B Efficacious
  • C Over-zealous
  • D Active
  • E Showy
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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.
  • A Confusion
  • B Explanations
  • C Anxieties
  • D Unhappiness
  • E Apologies
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