Lexis and Structure - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 306:

• JAMB 2018

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

We found a shady place for the display

A. An open
B. An unsafe
C. A stuffy
D. An enclosure

Question 307:

• JAMB 2018

Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap.

The sea wave continue to ____________ the cliff on the west coast constantly

A. Impair
B. Rub
C. Knock
D. Erode

Question 308:

• JAMB 2018

Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap.

I would have been surprised if you ____________ the orange

A. Plucked
B. Did pluck
C. Have plucked
D. Had plucked

Question 309:

• JAMB 2018

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

Our principal took exception to the ignoble role the teacher played in the matter

A. Embarrassing
B. Honourable
C. Extraordinary
D. Dishonourable

Question 310:

• JAMB 2018

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.

He is notorious for his drunkenness

A. Popular
B. Known
C. Well known
D. Renowned