Jamb English Language 2010 Past Questions and Answers

Question 26:

• JAMB 2010

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
We were all enthusiastic as we awaited the result of the election?

A. Bemused
B. Agitated
C. Elated
D. Nervous

Question 27:

• JAMB 2010

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The uniform makes the guards look absurd?

A. Dirty
B. Smart
C. Sensible
D. Ridiculous

Question 28:

• JAMB 2010

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The law is often tardy in reacting to changing attitude?

A. Quick
B. Slow
C. Exclusive
D. Generous

Question 29:

• JAMB 2010

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Isa and Ilu ate sumptuous meals on their brother's wedding day?

A. Expensive
B. Foreign
C. Insipid
D. Cheap

Question 30:

• JAMB 2010

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Kaltume crouched over the papers on her desk?

A. Wrote on
B. Stood on
C. Walked over
D. Bent over