Jamb English Language Past Questions For Year 2011
Question 31
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The principal described Oche as the most tactful person he had ever worked with?
- A. passionate
- B. discreet
- C. hard-working
- D. innovative
Question 32
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The stockbroker said it was an astute move to sell the shares then?
- A. a bad
- B. a shrewd
- C. an unprofitable
- D. an insincere
Question 33
Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The secretary said that the postponement of the meeting was due to unforeseen circumstances?
- A. The date of the meeting was shifted as a result of unexpected reasons
- B. The meeting's date was off for strange reasons
- C. The meeting was called as a result of obstacles hitherto unknown
- D. The meeting broke off as a bird's eye closely
Question 34
Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
If he were here, could be more fun?
- A. He was expected but did not show up to make the occasion lively
- B. There was no fun because he was not present
- C. He did not show up so the occasion lacked much fun
- D. He was being expected to supply more fun
Question 35
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Her problem was exacerbated by the loss of her father?
- A. exaggerated
- B. solved
- C. aggravated
- D. infuriated
