Lexis and Structure - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 2696:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The economist argued that the apparently inconsequential rise in the price of petrol had a ____________ effect on the cost of living

A. Capricious
B. Frivolous
C. Dangerous
D. Bright

Question 2697:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The exotic bird looked resplendent; its bright plumage contrasted with the rather ____________ undergrowth

A. Immobile
B. Foreign
C. Bright
D. Drab

Question 2698:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
I thought that the comments made by the Manager were quite innocuous but the chairman considered them ____________

A. Polite
B. Inappropriate
C. Antagonistic
D. Harmful

Question 2699:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
My uncle is a prosperous businessman, my aunt, unfortunately, is quite ____________

A. Unskillful
B. Domestic
C. Unsuccessful
D. Unqualified

Question 2700:

• JAMB 2020

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The University has a large intake, very few ____________ take place

A. Turnouts
B. Rejections
C. Explusions
D. Obstructions