Synonyms - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 301:

• JAMB 1999

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined world(S).
When he found himself in a difficult situation, he tried to double-talk his way through?

A. Talk to two people to help him
B. Mix up issues to sound nervous
C. Mix up facts to confuse people
D. Talk twice to gain sympathy

Question 302:

• JAMB 1999

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined world(S).
They have tried circumvent the restriction on the importation of the commodities?

A. Bypass
B. Confront
C. Oppose
D. Challenge

Question 303:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The Governor told the chief that he was only on a routine tour?

A. Normal and regular visit
B. Unplanned encounter
C. Surprise and imprompt check
D. Working visit and homage

Question 304:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The boy was told that he would need several more pints of blood if he was to survive.

A. Many
B. Much
C. Some
D. Plenty

Question 305:

• JAMB 2000

Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The principal told the teacher to stop browbeating the children?

A. Pampering
B. Bullying
C. Deceiving
D. Caning