Lexis and Structure - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 101:

• JAMB 1979

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined statement or words:

If he were to apologize i would probably forgive him

A. I shall not forgive him even if he apologize
B. He is likely to apologize and be forgiven
C. I shall definitely forgive him if he apologizes
D. If he apologize i shall decide whether or not to forgive him
E. He will not apologize and i will not forgive him

Question 102:

• JAMB 1979

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words:

As he was a gullible leader his followers took advantage of him

A. He was weak and unable to enforce his authority
B. He was partial and unfair in dispensing justice
C. He was simple minded to a fault
D. He was slow to act
E. He was lacking in education and experience in everyday affair

Question 103:

• JAMB 1979

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words:

His summary of the meeting was brief and to the point

A. Careful
B. Precise
C. Accurate
D. Exact
E. Crucial

Question 104:

• JAMB 1979

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words:

Do you have the same aversion as i do for way film?

A. Bitterness
B. Dislike
C. Criticism
D. Indignation
E. Preference

Question 105:

• JAMB 1979

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words:

I didn't think she could be so easily taken in by his pretences

A. Flattered
B. Deceived
C. Enamoured
D. Overcome
E. Blackmailed