Synonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 276:

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.
The criminal didn't bat an eyelid when the judge pronounced the sentence?

A. Displayed no understanding whatsoever
B. Didn't shed a single tear
C. Moved none of his eyelids
D. Showed no emotion or surprise

Question 277:

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.
The rally was attended only by people who were apolitical?

A. Full of political fervour
B. Antagonistic to politicians
C. New-breed politicians
D. Not interested in politics

Question 278:

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.
Smiling broadly, she explained why she always took exception to being referred to as his wife?

A. Objected to
B. Preferred very much
C. Felt specially honoured by
D. Liked nothing except

Question 279:

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.
Many Nigerians have inured themselves to hardship?

A. Sujected
B. Submitted
C. Acustomed
D. Endeared

Question 280:

• JAMB 1997

Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.
There are many venal judges in our law courts today?

A. Qualified
B. Professional
C. Corrupt
D. Honest