Lexis and Structure - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 2701:

• 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.
Rather than make derogatory remarks about the host, a guest should make ____________ ones

A. Polite
B. Complimentary
C. Interesting
D. Honest

Question 2702:

• 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.
Our mechanised services contrast sharply with the ____________ operative we had before

A. Electrical
B. Controlled
C. Original
D. Manual

Question 2703:

• 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.
After Ade had listened to some advice, his rigid ideas became more ____________

A. Friendly
B. Compromising
C. Flexible
D. Democratic

Question 2704:

• 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 policies of this government favour the elite rather than the ____________

A. Masses
B. Oppressed
C. Public
D. Unemployed

Question 2705:

• 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.
God opposes the proud and rewards the ____________

A. Poor
B. Honest
C. Humble
D. Faithful