Lexis and Structure - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 2156:

• JAMB 2007

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined?
The striking workers have vowed not to return to work until the decision is reversed?

A. Rescinded
B. Dismissed
C. Implemented
D. Reverted

Question 2157:

• JAMB 2007

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined?
The police are not happy with the growing number of depraved people around the politician?

A. Violet
B. Immoral
C. Indolent
D. Loquacious

Question 2158:

• JAMB 2007

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined?
The last criticism at the rally was made in ignorance?

A. Uniformed
B. Unimpeachable
C. Objective
D. Impeccable

Question 2159:

• JAMB 2007

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined?
The astute businessman neatly fended off questions about his private life?

A. Asked
B. Explained
C. Welcomed
D. Sidestepped

Question 2160:

• JAMB 2007

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined?
We were warned not to indulge in recriminations?

A. Counter-charges
B. Accusations
C. Indicretions
D. Frivolous allegations