Jamb English Language 1985 Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:
The increase in transport fares deterred our club from planning an excursion this year

A. Deferred
B. Irritated
C. Impelled
D. Restricted
E. Encouraged

Question 12:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:
This card entitles you to attend the film show

A. Disqualifies
B. Discourages
C. Disenchants
D. Proclaims
E. Satisfies

Question 13:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
Victor will not attend the dinner party tonight; he is afraid of his own shadow

A. Not in the mood
B. Attending another party
C. Scared of imaginary things
D. Unhappy with is assigned role
E. Unable to forget his fears

Question 14:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
Telling Ali to break his habit of coming to work late is like knocking your head against a brick wall

A. Trying the impossible
B. Asking him to beat you
C. Making a fool of yourself
D. Asking him to be your enemy
E. Making him break ndown at work

Question 15:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
The manager often quarrels with his staff because he goes around with a chip on his shoulder

A. Deformed shoulder
B. Readiness to be angered
C. Look of contempt
D. An air of superiority
E. Search of gossip