Jamb English Language 1989 Past Questions and Answers

Question 36:

• JAMB 1989

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined:I didn't think she could be so easily taken in by his pretences

A. Flattered
B. Deceived
C. Overcome
D. Blackmailed

Question 37:

• JAMB 1989

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:Do you have the same aversion as i do for war films

A. Bitterness
B. Dislike
C. Criticism
D. Preference

Question 38:

• JAMB 1989

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:His summary of the meeting was brief and to the point

A. Precise
B. Accurate
C. Exact
D. Crucial

Question 39:

• JAMB 1989

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:The minister hit on a plan to retain his post after many months of lobbying

A. Drew up a plan
B. Discovered a plan
C. Selected a plan
D. Designed a plan

Question 40:

• JAMB 1989

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:My friend will hate his uncle forever because he left him in the lurch in his hour of need

A. Abandoned him
B. Purnished himn
C. Disinheited him
D. Despised him