English Language 1997 Jamb Past Questions and Answers

Question 21 :

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
The pastor decided to exorcize the evil spirit as the afflicted member of his congregation cried for help?

A. Expel
B. Drive
C. Invite
D. Charm

Question 22 :

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
He mumbled a few words at the trial and then cried?

A. Shouted
B. Murmured
C. Whispered
D. Announced

Question 23 :

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
There are may areas of convergence between male and female behaviour?

A. Concomitance
B. Concordance
C. Incompatibility
D. Incomparability

Question 24 :

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
The greenhouse effect is beginning to abate in Europe?

A. Intensify
B. Extenuate
C. Surface
D. Ameliorate

Question 25 :

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.
Adebayo's plans for the future are in the jair?

A. Suspended
B. Uncertain
C. Empty
D. Floating