Lexis and Structure - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 111:

• JAMB 1979

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words:

He got a standing ovation for his speech

A. He stood up to receive the applause
B. The audience stood up and applauded as he finished his speech
C. Both he and the audience stood up at the end of his speech
D. He stood up to make the speech
E. He was applauded for the speech

Question 112:

• JAMB 1979

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words:

Most of his observations were wide of the mark

A. Comprehensive
B. Irrelevant
C. Pertinent
D. Came rather late
E. Unacceptable

Question 113:

• JAMB 1979

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words:

The clerk refused to answer for the mistake made by the manager and his assistants

A. To reply to
B. To give an answer
C. To explain
D. To accept responsibility
E. To account for

Question 114:

• JAMB 1979

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words:

Good citizens should take the part of a good government when it is being attacked by the foreign press

A. Speak in support
B. Explained the part played
C. Act like a representative of
D. Emphasize the progress made by
E. Outline the virtues of

Question 115:

• JAMB 1979

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words:

The politicians have a number of peculiarities. The most conspicuous is the way he gesticulates when making a serious point

A. Shows anxiety when making a serious point
B. Breaks down when talking seriously
C. Uses is hands and arms as a sign
D. Bows his head in humility to the crowd
E. Shakes his head from one side to the other