Jamb English Language 2006 Past Questions and Answers

Question 71:

• JAMB 2006

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The chief said he would use the power inherent in his office to stop the celebration.

A. Unrelated to
B. Common to
C. Allotted to
D. Impervious to

Question 72:

• JAMB 2006

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
In our last play, Segun acted the hero?

A. Villain
B. Devil
C. Criminal
D. Assassin

Question 73:

• JAMB 2006

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The point you have made is quite apt

A. Illogical
B. Helpful
C. Irrelevant
D. Insentitive

Question 74:

• JAMB 2006

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The police found a conclusive proof of the boy's guilt?

A. A corroborative
B. A doubtful
C. A consolatory
D. An incriminating

Question 75:

• JAMB 2006

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The man drew a sword as people congregated round him?

A. Praised
B. Gathered round
C. Mobbed
D. Fled from