Jamb English Language Past Questions For Year 1990

Question 51

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:

What he received from the visitors was invaluable

jamb 1990

  • A. priceless
  • B. worthless
  • C. valueless
  • D. costly
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Question 52

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: Your reaction underscores the point i was making

jamb 1990

  • A. reveals
  • B. proves wrong
  • C. emphasizes
  • D. justifies
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Question 53

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: The flock suddenly became restive after midday

jamb 1990

  • A. quiet
  • B. submissive
  • C. disorderly
  • D. fidgety
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Question 54

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: The term has become indomitable quite recently

jamb 1990

  • A. incorrigible
  • B. disobedient
  • C. unconquerable
  • D. unruly
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Question 55

In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined: The case was dismissed for want of evidence

jamb 1990

  • A. for want of facts
  • B. for lack of opinions
  • C. for insufficient discussions
  • D. for lack of proof
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