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English Language (Use of English) Past Questions and Answers

Jamb English Language (Use of English) Questions

Question 446:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.

The Governor told the chief that he was only on a routine tour
  • A Normal and regular visit
  • B Unplanned encounter
  • C Surprise and impromptu check
  • D Working, visit and homage
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Question 447:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.

The essay topic is nebulous
  • A Distinct
  • B Incorrect
  • C Vague
  • D Clear
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Question 448:
Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.

The events of last Friday show that there is no love lost between the Principal and the Vice-principal
  • A They like each other
  • B They work independently
  • C They couldn't part company
  • D They dislike each other
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Question 449:
Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.

If he were here, it could be more fun
  • A He did not show up and so the occasion lacked much fun
  • B He was being expected to supply more fun
  • C There was no fun because he was not present
  • D He was expected but did not show up to liven up the occasion
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Question 450:
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.

The meeting was cancelled because of the convocation
  • A Brought up
  • B Called off
  • C Broke off
  • D Phased out
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