Jamb English Language 1991 Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• JAMB 1991

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in underlined:
We all have both good and bad characteristics. Either is, however, easily manifested in times of crisis

A. Demanded
B. Highlighted
C. Submerged
D. Determined

Question 17:

• JAMB 1991

In the question below choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fills(s) the gap(s):
The sea wave continues to .... the cliff on the west coast constantly

A. Impair
B. Rub
C. Knock
D. Erode

Question 18:

• JAMB 1991

In the question below choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fills(s) the gap(s):
The college bus was travelling at high .... when the accidents occurred

A. Velocity
B. Acceleration
C. Rapidity
D. Speed

Question 19:

• JAMB 1991

In the question below choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fills(s) the gap(s):
Note that only senior members of staff have the .... of using the toilet upstairs

A. Permission
B. Occasion
C. Privilege
D. Habit

Question 20:

• JAMB 1991

In the question below choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fills(s) the gap(s):
The chief priest will .... the men into the cult today

A. Indoctrinate
B. Usher
C. Convert
D. Initiate