Clause and sentence patterns - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 121:

• JAMB 1983

In the question below, choose the expression or word which best completes each sentence:
We shall offer a good job to a ... to register guests in the Central Hotel

A. Waiter
B. Watchman
C. Cashier
D. Receptionist
E. Cleaner

Question 122:

• JAMB 1983

In the question below fill in the right word/phrase:
The candidate made .... at the village square a day before the election

A. A sermon
B. An address
C. A eulogy
D. A lecture
E. A speech

Question 123:

• JAMB 1983

In the question below fill in the right word/phrase:
The policeman was sent to .... the allegation made by the man

A. Investigate
B. Examine
C. Probe
D. Enquire
E. Observe

Question 124:

• JAMB 1983

In the question below choose the phrase or word which best completes the meaning of each sentence:
One of the .... during the football match led to a fight between the teams

A. Incidence
B. Incidences
C. Incidents
D. Occasions
E. Linesman

Question 125:

• JAMB 1983

In the question below choose the phrase or word which best completes the meaning of each sentence:
He used to play tennis, but he doesn't ....

A. As of now
B. Any longer
C. Again
D. Presently
E. Since