Lexis and Structure - Jamb English Language Past Questions and Answers

Question 446:

• JAMB 1981

Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :
One of the surest ways to ensure good health is to have a wholesome and adequate diet.

A. Palatable
B. Mixed
C. Hygienic
D. Delicious
E. Health - giving

Question 447:

• JAMB 1981

Choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence:
The doctor was very gentle with his patients in the examining room.

A. Harsh
B. Rude
C. Rough
D. Unkind
E. Callous

Question 448:

• JAMB 1981

Choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence:
James is a disco-addict. He takes his studies rather lightly.

A. Humorously
B. Gloomily
C. Tediously
D. Carefully
E. Seriously

Question 449:

• JAMB 1981

Choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence:
My cousin is very lazy. He will not take his studies serious. His future looks quiet bleak

A. Cloudy
B. Cheerless
C. Bright
D. Huge
E. Sturdy

Question 450:

• JAMB 1981

fill in the blank spaces in the following sentences making use of the best of the five options: He is easily the ...... of the lot

A. Brightest
B. Brighter
C. More bright
D. Most brightest
E. Most bright