Jamb English Language 2018 Past Questions and Answers

Question 1:

• JAMB 2018

choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics.

The driver was discharged while the car owner was ___________ for fraud.

A. Remanded
B. Detained
C. Acquitted
D. Sued

Question 2:

• JAMB 2018

choose the option nearest in meaning to the italicized words or expressions.

The police later discovered that Audu feigned death.

A. Cheated
B. Assumed
C. Suggested
D. Faked

Question 3:

• JAMB 2018

select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.

The events of last Friday show that there is no love lost between the Principal

A. They like each other
B. They work independently
C. They couldn't part company
D. They dislike each other

Question 4:

• JAMB 2018

choose the option nearest in meaning to the italicized words or expressions.

High mortality rate is becoming increasingly predominant.

A. Controlled
B. Rampant
C. Unchecked
D. Dangerous

Question 5:

• JAMB 2018

choose the option nearest in meaning to the italicized words or expressions.

The rapist claimed that the woman’s voluptuous hips attracted him

A. Strong
B. Generous
C. Round
D. Sexy