Lexis and Structure - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 591:

• JAMB 1983

In the question below select the option which best express the meaning of the phrase or word underlined:
The thought of his admission to the university keyed Olu up to state of great excitement

A. Stimulated Olu
B. Ushered Olu
C. Opened Olu
D. Frightened Olu
E. Allowed Olu

Question 592:

• JAMB 1983

In the question below select the option which best express the meaning of the phrase or word underlined:
After a careful review of Adamu's last examination result, the principal concluded that his performance left much to be desired

A. Was very unsatisfactory
B. Was very satisfactory
C. Was extremely desirable
D. Was very brilliant
E. Was extremely commendable

Question 593:

• JAMB 1983

In the question below select the option which best express the meaning of the phrase or word underlined:
The president stood his ground because the committee member would not be persuaded to arrive at a compromised on the issue being debated

A. Yield his position
B. Shifted his position
C. Maintained his position
D. Defended his position
E. Resisted his position

Question 594:

• JAMB 1983

In the question below select the option which best express the meaning of the phrase or word underlined:
The take home pay for many workers is such that they can hardly make both ends meet

A. Live an honest live
B. Finish their schedule of work
C. Keep two jobs at a time
D. Live within their income
E. Live on both ends

Question 595:

• JAMB 1983

In the question below select the option which best express the meaning of the phrase or word underlined:
When kerosine was poured on the fire, the effect was instantaneous

A. Momentary
B. Momentous
C. Amazing
D. Terrifying
E. Immediate