Jamb English Language 2017 Past Questions and Answers

Question 46:

• JAMB 2017

The first time Paul met Ngozi, her beauty caught his eye. This means that _________

A. Ngozi admired Paul
B. Paul recognized Ngozi.
C. Ngozi attracted Paul.
D. Paul surprised Ngozi

Question 47:

• JAMB 2017

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s)
Strange

A. Vague
B. Mirage
C. Logic
D. Legume

Question 48:

• JAMB 2017

This question is based on S. L. Manyika's INDEPENDENCE
According to Tayo the two major problems of Nigeria were

A. Tribalism and religion
B. Politics and culture
C. Bribery and corruption
D. Greed and mismanagement

Question 49:

• JAMB 2017

The government has decided to freeze student's grants. This means that government intends to

A. Reduce grants meant for students
B. Resume paying grants to students
C. Make students repay the grants
D. Stop paying grants to students

Question 50:

• JAMB 2017

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics
This case is within the jurisdiction of the council

A. Record
B. Prohibition
C. Authority
D. Finance