Synonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 161:

• JAMB 1986

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:
He likes to call attention to unimportant matters

A. Dubious
B. Incidental
C. Trivial
D. Simple

Question 162:

• JAMB 1986

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:
The task was herculean

A. Irregular
B. Related to Hercules
C. Stimulating
D. Demanding

Question 163:

• JAMB 1986

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:
The story is rather hard to believe

A. Incedulous
B. Incredible
C. Superstitious
D. Untenable

Question 164:

• JAMB 1986

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:
It is advisable to administer the test in the morning when students are fresh

A. Perform
B. Set
C. Undertake
D. Give

Question 165:

• JAMB 1986

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:
He broke his mallet ostensibly trying to maintain order although he was actually enjoying the commotion.

A. Apparently
B. Carelessly
C. Angerily
D. Accidentally