Jamb English Language 2000 Past Questions and Answers

Question 56:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The officer said that he knew nothing to the detriment of the applicant?

A. Damage
B. Disfavour
C. Advantage
D. Background

Question 57:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
When the driver applied the brakes, they acted up?

A. Failed
B. Responded well
C. Were sluggish
D. Jammed

Question 58:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The striking workers have vowed not to return to work until the decision is rescinded?

A. Changed
B. Dismissed
C. Implemented
D. Incorporated

Question 59:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
It is rare for a leader and his deputy to see eye to eye?

A. Disagree
B. Respect each other
C. Be of one mind
D. Reproach each other

Question 60:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
Common sense requires that one should be decorous at formal gatherings?

A. Courteous
B. Impolite
C. Incurious
D. Careful