Jamb English Language 2012 Past Questions and Answers

Question 36:

• JAMB 2012

Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
His gift to the poor was always infinitesimal

A. Large
B. Small
C. Supportive
D. Shameful

Question 37:

• JAMB 2012

Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
The economist concluded that several factors have been adduced to explain the fall in the birth rate.

A. Affirmed
B. Diffused
C. Mentioned
D. Refuted

Question 38:

• JAMB 2012

In the question below, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
The presidential system is an antidote to some political ailments.

A. An answer
B. An inquiry
C. A reply
D. An obstacle

Question 39:

• JAMB 2012

Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
Ola thought that her father was very callous

A. Parlous
B. Wicked
C. Compassionate
D. Cheerful

Question 40:

• JAMB 2012

Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
He was very much respected, though he had no temporal power

A. Spiritual
B. Mundane
C. Permanent
D. Ephemeral