Jamb English Language 1985 Past Questions and Answers

Question 31:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
Stephen was blamed for leaving his door ajar during the heavy rainfall.

A. Unlocked
B. Unbolted
C. Open
D. Keyless
E. Locked

Question 32:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
If people don't want to play the game according to the rule, that is their business

A. Their business will suffer
B. It is not their fault
C. They should blame others for it
D. Other people will take over their business
E. They will have themselves to blame

Question 33:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
Nigeria, like most other African countries is predominantly agricultural

A. Mainly
B. Certainly
C. Entirely
D. Undoubtedly
E. Superficiallly

Question 34:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
Despite increasingly punitive laws against hemp smoking, it is still rising at an alarming rate.

A. Devastating
B. Examplary
C. Barbaric
D. Severe
E. Satisfactory.

Question 35:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
You have been asked to change your laissez-faire attitude to work

A. Stupid
B. Care-free
C. Careful
D. Serious
E. Responsible