Lexis and Structure - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 56:

• JAMB 1978

Complete each of the following sentences by choosing the option that most suitably fills the space;

The boxer was highly rated .... his doggedness and ability to absorb heavy punches

A. By
B. Through
C. For
D. About
E. In

Question 57:

• JAMB 1978

Complete each of the following sentences by choosing the option that most suitably fills the space;

Many lives are lost on Nigerian roads .... lack of consideration for other road users by many crazy drivers

A. In view of
B. Resulting in
C. Owing totally to
D. Through
E. By

Question 58:

• JAMB 1978

Complete each of the following sentences by choosing the option that most suitably fills the space;

The man no longer feared his opponent after their spokesman had assured him that they were well disposed .... him

A. To
B. Toward
C. Around
D. About
E. For

Question 59:

• JAMB 1978

Complete each of the following sentences by choosing the option that most suitably fills the space;

My little boy is hyper-active and he is therefore prone .... accidents

A. With respect to
B. For
C. To
D. About
E. As regards

Question 60:

• JAMB 1978

Complete each of the following sentences by choosing the option that most suitably fills the space;

His horrible high-pitched laugh .... on my nerves

A. Jags
B. Jabs
C. Jams
D. Jars
E. Jeers