Jamb English Language Past Questions For Year 2000
Question 16
Choose from the options opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
The teacher announced that the class would be making a fleeting visit to the zoo?
- A. routine
- B. brief
- C. long
- D. guided
Question 17
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The new ruler is big-hearted in his dealing with people?
- A. generous
- B. cruel
- C. soft
- D. proud
Question 18
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
It is time for all concerned to first pick to pieces the strike action before proffering solutions?
- A. embrace joyfully
- B. critically analyse
- C. stop abruptly
- D. commend highly
Question 19
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
The presence of the security men in the area will provide a moment of respite for the residents?
- A. soothing relaxtion
- B. enduring reprieve
- C. lasting security
- D. tempoary relief
Question 20
Choose from the options nearest in meaning to the word underlined.
That punch by the young boxer prove to be fatal?
- A. effective
- B. hard
- C. deadly
- D. belated
