Jamb English Language 1991 Past Questions and Answers

Question 6:

• JAMB 1991

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:
There is no love lost between Hassan and Hassana

A. Dislike each other
B. Are head over heals in love
C. Will love each other
D. Are still good friends

Question 7:

• JAMB 1991

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:
Whether the villages head should identify himself with the activities of religious demonstrations has remained a burning question

A. A subject of discord
B. A perennial issue
C. A matter of serious controversy
D. A sensitive matter

Question 8:

• JAMB 1991

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:
I would rather not attend the party

A. Detest attending
B. Do not have the enthusiasm to attend
C. Must not attend
D. Have a choice to attend or not to

Question 9:

• JAMB 1991

In the question below choose the option nearest meaning to the word or phrase underlined:
If Garba had listen to advice, he would not have had to be rushed to the hospital

A. Deliberately desired to be rushed
B. Was in a position to have prevented the need to be rushed
C. Was rushed against his wish
D. Was given a cheque, but preferred to go

Question 10:

• JAMB 1991

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:
Aduke: Ngozi, let's visit the market. Ngozi: if you insist, Ngozi

A. Is very willing to accompany Aduke
B. Must accompany Aduke
C. Is not keen on going with Aduke
D. Is pretending not to be interested in going with Aduke