Jamb English Language 1999 Past Questions and Answers

Question 61:

• JAMB 1999

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The secretary runs down anybody that does not sing his praises?

A. Hates
B. Pleases
C. Honours
D. Discredits

Question 62:

• JAMB 1999

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The tennis player surreptitiously swapped rackets after the first set?

A. Openly retained
B. Overtly exchanged
C. Quietly surrendered
D. Voilently swung

Question 63:

• JAMB 1999

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
There is no point dissipating energy on a useless argument?

A. Destroying
B. Conserving
C. Marshalling
D. Storing

Question 64:

• JAMB 1999

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
After the surgical operation, the doctor gave the indication that Mr. Idogo will pull through?

A. Be maimed
B. Survive
C. Die
D. Be revived

Question 65:

• JAMB 1999

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Everyone, including the Principal, believed that he was very assiduous student?

A. Assertive
B. Industrious
C. Aggressive
D. Casual