Jamb English Language 1987 Past Questions and Answers

Question 6:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) Underlined:The explosive growth of world population has not been caused by a sudden increase in human fertility

A. Fantastic
B. Gradual
C. Combustible
D. Dangerous

Question 7:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) Underlined:It is generally believed that misers are not loved by many

A. Spendthrifts
B. Spenders
C. Hoarders
D. Savers

Question 8:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) Underlined:My bother's primary school foundation was solid and this influenced his secondary education

A. Sound
B. Sordid
C. Shaky
D. Weak

Question 9:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the Underlined word(s) or phrase:àt is very difficult to know who is not entitled to essential commodities these days' observed the mobbed NNSC officials

A. Qualified for
B. Disqualified from
C. Eligible
D. Worthy of

Question 10:

• JAMB 1987

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:'This is a miniaturized version of your house' remarked the Architect.

A. Compressed
B. Abridged
C. Decreased
D. Smaller