Jamb English Language 1985 Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
The new employees is so humble and friendly that he will soon make himself popular

A. Welcomed and accepted
B. Hated
C. Estranged
D. Rejected
E. A personal friend

Question 17:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
he took exception to Ezenwa's remark

A. Was delighted at
B. Was excited by
C. Got demoralized by
D. Objected to
E. Was perplexed by

Question 18:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
Kelechi hardly ever falls sick

A. Most often
B. Very seldom
C. Sometimes
D. Frequently
E. Occasionally

Question 19:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
The gallant soldiers met their Waterloo at Philippi

A. Victory
B. Trouble
C. Defeat
D. Happiest period
E. Enemy

Question 20:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
It is futile trying to make bricks without straw

A. Fertile
B. Important
C. Fragile
D. Vain
E. Bad