Lexis and Structure - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 2246:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Scientists have invented ways of preserving fruits much longer?

A. Coined
B. Devised
C. Arranged
D. Organized

Question 2247:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The attempt to count the population was largely successful?

A. Mostly
B. Completely
C. Hardly
D. Totally

Question 2248:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The governor has approved the award of the contract?

A. Appreciated
B. Acknowledged
C. Vetoed
D. Endorsed

Question 2249:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
I cannot stand Simon. I find his attitude offensive?

A. Unapproachable
B. Obnoxious
C. Wicked
D. Unpardonable

Question 2250:

• JAMB 2008

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The man would not withdraw what he had said?

A. Take back
B. Take out
C. Take away
D. Take from