Jamb English Language 1988 Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 1988

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) Underlined:The angry waves swallowed the boat

A. Gentle
B. Unruffled
C. Cool
D. Serene

Question 12:

• JAMB 1988

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:Ngozi and Ekaette were fast friends when we were in the secondary school

A. Friends who run very quickly together
B. Friends who go without food for a long time together
C. Friends who are not easily separated from each other
D. Friends who spend too much time and energy on pleasure and excitement together

Question 13:

• JAMB 1988

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:My son has just been rusticated from the university

A. Sent home to get his fees
B. Sent home for misconduct
C. Sent home to rest for some time
D. Sent home to become realistic

Question 14:

• JAMB 1988

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:All we need is a concerted effort to combat the epidemic

A. Persistent
B. Dramatic
C. Joint
D. Concentrated

Question 15:

• JAMB 1988

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:Jimoh has cupboard love for Sidikatu

A. Love that never fails
B. Genuine love
C. Love for what he wants from her
D. Love that can fail in time of trouble