Jamb English Language Past Questions For Year 2012
Question 16
In the question below, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
The presidential system is an antidote to some political ailments.
- A. an answer
- B. an inquiry
- C. a reply
- D. an obstacle
Question 17
Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
The economist concluded that several factors have been adduced to explain the fall in the birth rate.
- A. affirmed
- B. diffused
- C. mentioned
- D. refuted
Question 18
Answer the following question below and choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
That type of response is typical of a lazy teacher
- A. symptomatic
- B. characteristic
- C. universal
- D. incontestable
Question 19
Answer the following question below and choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
There are still virtuous women in our society today
- A. clever
- B. upright
- C. devilsh
- D. intelligent
Question 20
Answer the following question below and choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.
Justice is difficult to enforce because people are unwilling to accept any loss sovereignty
- A. autonomy
- B. position
- C. leadership
- D. kingdom
