Jamb English Language 2020 Past Questions and Answers

Question 51:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
My uncle is a prosperous businessman, my aunt, unfortunately, is quite ____________

A. Unskillful
B. Domestic
C. Unsuccessful
D. Unqualified

Question 52:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The University has a large intake, very few ____________ take place

A. Turnouts
B. Rejections
C. Explusions
D. Obstructions

Question 53:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
Rather than make derogatory remarks about the host, a guest should make ____________ ones

A. Polite
B. Complimentary
C. Interesting
D. Honest

Question 54:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
Our mechanised services contrast sharply with the ____________ operative we had before

A. Electrical
B. Controlled
C. Original
D. Manual

Question 55:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
After Ade had listened to some advice, his rigid ideas became more ____________

A. Friendly
B. Compromising
C. Flexible
D. Democratic