Synonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 91:

• JAMB 1981

Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :
He used his savings to bring up his nephew.

A. Lead
B. Accompany
C. Feed
D. Support
E. Conduct

Question 92:

• JAMB 1981

Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :
Mary is jealous of her sister’s success.

A. Suspicious
B. Bitter
C. Careful
D. Mindful
E. Envious

Question 93:

• JAMB 1981

Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :
The president of our club has sent his regrets. He may be unable to attend the next meeting.

A. Confusion
B. Explanations
C. Anxieties
D. Unhappiness
E. Apologies

Question 94:

• JAMB 1981

Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :
Whenever I travel abroad, I always bring, on my return, photographs, postcards, and other small items as souvenirs

A. Mementoes
B. Remembrance
C. Memorials
D. Memorables
E. Property

Question 95:

• JAMB 1981

Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :
Because our representative in the house of assembly is an immature and biased politician,he takes a jaundiced view of our social and economic problems.

A. Hazy
B. Unclear
C. Prejudiced
D. Bleak
E. Bright