Antonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 61:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:
The increase in transport fares deterred our club from planning an excursion this year

A. Deferred
B. Irritated
C. Impelled
D. Restricted
E. Encouraged

Question 62:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:
This card entitles you to attend the film show

A. Disqualifies
B. Discourages
C. Disenchants
D. Proclaims
E. Satisfies

Question 63:

• JAMB 1985

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:
Employees have been urged to desist from witch-hunting and character assassination

A. Commanded to stop hunting witches
B. Ordered to stop assassinating witches
C. Entreated not to accuse individuals unjustly and malicious
D. Informed to resist witch-hunters and character assassins
E. Urged to desist from barbaric acts

Question 64:

• JAMB 1986

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:
Mr Jack was most flexible in his instruction

A. Rigid
B. Correct
C. Stiff
D. Upright

Question 65:

• JAMB 1986

In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word underlined:
Mr Jack was most flexible in his instruction

A. Rigid
B. Correct
C. Stiff
D. Upright