Lexis and Structure - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 2241:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The charge brought against my brother was hardly tenable?

A. Sensible
B. Defensible
C. Meaningful
D. Flimsy

Question 2242:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The man described his son a a wilful character?

A. Wicked
B. Obstinate
C. Wild
D. Tricky

Question 2243:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Our teacher described Agbo's story as a phantom?

A. Scary
B. Realistic
C. Fanciful
D. Interesting

Question 2244:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
I find the way she approaches her customers quite repugnant?

A. Unpleasant
B. Attractive
C. Ungodly
D. Encouraging

Question 2245:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Participation in the programme is optional?

A. Unnecessary
B. Recommended
C. Hard to justify
D. A matter of choice