Jamb English Language 1990 Past Questions and Answers

Question 1:

• JAMB 1990

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word Underlined:The policeman was asked to investigate the matter

A. Ask about
B. Forget about
C. Examine
D. Inquire about

Question 2:

• JAMB 1990

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word Underlined:The policeman was asked to investigate the matter

A. Ask about
B. Forget about
C. Examine
D. Inquire about

Question 3:

• JAMB 1990

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word Underlined:Lola was agitated when the sad news of her mother's accidents was broken to her

A. Excited
B. Calm
C. Uncontrollable
D. Unreasonable

Question 4:

• JAMB 1990

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word Underlined: Though his parents' poverty placed many obstacle in his path as a young man, Olu succeeded at last.

A. Hurdles
B. Advantages
C. Temptations
D. Diversions

Question 5:

• JAMB 1990

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word Underlined:Binta sobbed by the door because she had lost her mother's precious necklace

A. Cried
B. Smiled
C. Wept
D. Laughed