Jamb English Language 1997 Past Questions and Answers

Question 26:

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.
The group of performers thrilled the audience with its peculiar choreography?

A. Form of dancing
B. Art of theatrics
C. Type of costuming
D. Mode of singing

Question 27:

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.
Our local paper is noted for its incisive editorials on local politics?

A. Sarcastic
B. Penetrating
C. Decisive
D. Destructive

Question 28:

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.
The criminal didn't bat an eyelid when the judge pronounced the sentence?

A. Displayed no understanding whatsoever
B. Didn't shed a single tear
C. Moved none of his eyelids
D. Showed no emotion or surprise

Question 29:

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.
The rally was attended only by people who were apolitical?

A. Full of political fervour
B. Antagonistic to politicians
C. New-breed politicians
D. Not interested in politics

Question 30:

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.
Smiling broadly, she explained why she always took exception to being referred to as his wife?

A. Objected to
B. Preferred very much
C. Felt specially honoured by
D. Liked nothing except