English Language 1990 Jamb Past Questions and Answers

Question 21 :

• JAMB 1990

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: The flock suddenly became restive after midday

A. Quiet
B. Submissive
C. Disorderly
D. Fidgety

Question 22 :

• JAMB 1990

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: Your reaction underscores the point i was making

A. Reveals
B. Proves wrong
C. Emphasizes
D. Justifies

Question 23 :

• JAMB 1990

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: What he received from the visitors was invaluable

A. Priceless
B. Worthless
C. Valueless
D. Costly

Question 24 :

• JAMB 1990

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: The potential resources of the university should be fully exploited

A. Important
B. Latent
C. Effective
D. Abundant

Question 25 :

• JAMB 1990

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:Tom's aberrant behaviour attracted attention.

A. Rascally
B. Selfish
C. Heady
D. Abnormal