Antonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 236:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The teacher announced that the class would be making a fleeting visit to the zoo?

A. Routine
B. Brief
C. Long
D. Guided

Question 237:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The project is designed to alleviate poverty in the country?

A. Tackle
B. Exacerbate
C. Eradicate
D. Assuage

Question 238:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
Civil engineering is predominantly a male profession?

A. Absolutely
B. Essentially
C. Generally
D. Seldom

Question 239:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The officer said that he knew nothing to the detriment of the applicant?

A. Damage
B. Disfavour
C. Advantage
D. Background

Question 240:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
When the driver applied the brakes, they acted up?

A. Failed
B. Responded well
C. Were sluggish
D. Jammed