Jamb English Language 1994 Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• JAMB 1994

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
We could not put up with his terrible disposition?

A. Exterminate
B. Tolerate
C. Control
D. Deal with

Question 17:

• JAMB 1994

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
She was taken aback by his altitude?

A. Delayed
B. Dragged back
C. Surprised
D. Overwhelmed

Question 18:

• JAMB 1994

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Many would argue that the achievement is commensurate with the effort?

A. Unexpected in the light of
B. Funny compared with
C. Proportional to
D. The wrong excuse for

Question 19:

• JAMB 1994

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
They show no fitness in dealing with strangers?

A. Boldness
B. Kindness
C. Tact
D. Love

Question 20:

• JAMB 1994

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
As a matter of fact, we have been trying to step up production?

A. Maximize
B. Decrease
C. Suspend
D. Increase