English JAMB Past Questions and Answers 2021

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English Language JAMB 2021

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Category: JAMB Past Questions: Use of English 2021

1. LEXIS AND STRUCTURE

choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underline

Mr. Jack was most flexible in his instructions

a. rigid

b. upright

c. correct

d. stiff

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2. LEXIS AND STRUCTURE

choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underline

The University has offered temporary accommodation to its staff

a. permanent

b. popular

c. regular.

d. recognized

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3. LEXIS AND STRUCTURE

choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underline

Mary complained that she slept on the coarse floor.

a. harsh.

b. bad

c. smooth

d. rough

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4. LEXIS AND STRUCTURE

choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underline

Jim was one of the spectators at the concert

a. guests

b. performers

c. judges

d. ushers

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5. LEXIS AND STRUCTURE

choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underline

The Governor declined to give audience to the journalist

a. ignored

b. accepted

c. forgot

d. rejected

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6. LEXIS AND STRUCTURE

choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underline

The debtor's husband is liable for his wife's debts.

a. unquestionable

b. unanswerable

c. accountable

d. responsible

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7. LEXIS AND STRUCTURE

choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underline

The lotion recommended by the doctor soothed Okon's aching tooth.

a. calmed

b. excited

c. worsened

d. extracted

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8. LEXIS AND STRUCTURE

choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underline

The sun cast its shadow on the wall

a. rays

b. substance

c. resemblance

d. reflection

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9. choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underline

He was locked up for fortnight

a. released

b. punished

c. locked out

d. remanded

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10. LEXIS AND STRUCTURE

choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underline

The lady acted courageously when thieves attacked her.

a. fearlessly

b. shyly

c. indiscreetly

d. timidly

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11. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

Jibril found that thieves had entered his house in his absence. He went to the police to report the…

a. break into

b. break up

c. break out

d. break in

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12. After the accused was found guilty by the court, his

choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

After the accused was found guilty by the court, his counsel…before sentence was passed.

a. made a plea for mitigation

b. made an ovation

c. made a plea for litigation

d. begged for mercy

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13. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

Four persons accused of currency…are being

held by the security agents

a. traficking

b. trafficking

c. traffiking

d. traviking

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14. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

You had to stand in the corridor all the way? Poor you! I don't suppose you enjoyed the journey…?

a. didn't you

b. did you

c. don't i

d. don't you

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15. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

'I'm sorry I can't give you any of the oranges, I have …left'

a. few

b. only a little

c. a few

d. little

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16. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

No wonder those plants are dying. They…any water for ages!

a. haven't had

b. haven't

c. didn't have

d. hadn't

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17. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

'Darling, do send the children to bed. I can't…their noise any longer', he said to his wife.

a. make up

b. put up with

c. make do with

d. deal with

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18. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

My wife and I met… on a ship going to Liberia

a. one another

b. each other

c. ourselves

d. ourself

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19. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

… yet about the Principal?

a. Are there some news

b. Are there any news

c. Is their any news

d. Is there any news

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20. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

I am…to another week's holiday this year after such a tedious job.

a. due

b. looking

c. entitled

d. qualifies

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21. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

I can quickly recite the National Anthem…now.

a. off hand

b. off by hear

c. off head

d. at hand

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22. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

The committee was frustrated because the chief withheld his …

a. access

b. assent

c. accent

d. ascent

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23. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

Gone are the days when he…enjoy patronage

a. could

b. used to

c. will

d. would

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24. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

He did not attend the final burial…

a. rights

b. rite

c. rites

d. right.

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25. choose the word(s) or phrase which best fills the gap(s).

The officer was compelled to…the suspect's car

a. sieze.

b. seize

c. sease

d. cease

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26. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

The child's recent training has not been very' effective; he is likely to…his old habits

a. revise.

b. convert

c. reverse

d. revert

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27. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

The students went on whispering in…of the teacher.

a. disobedience

b. defiance

c. dishonour

d. disagreement

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28. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

You can never find Okwu, he is a very…person.

a. elusive

b. delusive

c. deceptive

d. illusive

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29. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

You could see that Akpan did not give his evidence…

a. complete honestly

b. honest completely

c. honestly completely

d. completely honestly.

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30. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

The suspect defrauded his…victims of large sums of money

a. unsuspected

b. unsuspecting

c. unexpecting

d. unexpected

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31. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

The…of the participating countries will hold a pre-conference on the eve of the conference.

a. Auditors Generals.

b. Auditor Generals.

c. Auditors General

d. Auditor General

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32. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

The drummers struck their drums with great efforts, and the surging crowds of dancers…and…the grounds around the palace.

a. kicked/stamped

b. stroked/thumped

c. thumped/licked

d. strutted/thumped

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33. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

The chairman's laughter was with no…to ridicule the appointment

a. intend

b. intention

c. intent

d. intendment

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34. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

The water is not good for drinking: it's been…by the dead rabbit.

a. diseased

b. contaminated

c. infested

d. spoilt

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35. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

The austerity of the times has made people to be more…in their spending.

a. hesitant

b. misery

c. watchful

d. circumspect

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36. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

Are you sure he prefers a horse ride…a walk?

a. than

b. than to take

c. to taking

d. instead to take

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37. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

…to your request, we have decided to provide the necessary information

a. With regards

b. As regards

c. With regard

d. Regarding

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38.

choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

The price of everything seems to have……up in the last few months.

38.

a. flared

b. risen

c. shot

d. climbed

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39. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

Just to convince you about my commitment to the

project, I shall…at the office before I leave for kano tomorrow.

a. put in an appearance

b. put an appearance.

c. put up an appearance

d. put up appearance

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40. choose the word(s) phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s)

There was a…of steps

a. flight

b. height

c. climb.

d. stair

Your score is

What to Bring and Avoid at the JAMB Examination Hall?

Preparing for the Joint Admissions Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination requires careful consideration of the items you bring to the exam hall. Here is a guide to help you navigate this critical aspect of your exam day:

Items to Bring:

JAMB Exam Slip Copies: Carry two printed copies of your JAMB exam slip—one for yourself and one for the invigilator.
Pencil/Eraser: Essential for making sketches and corrections during the exam.
Cash: While not a JAMB requirement, having sufficient cash on hand is a good precaution for unforeseen circumstances.

Prohibited Items:

Candidates must strictly avoid bringing any of these items into the exam venue to prevent penalties or disqualification:

Caps of Any Kind
Pen/Biro
Mobile Phones or Any Electronic Devices
Spy Reading Glasses
Calculators or Similar Electronic Devices
USBs
CDs
Wrist Watches
Books or Any Reading/Writing Materials
Cameras
Recorders
Microphones
Ear Pieces
Ink/Pen Readers
Smart Lenses
Smart Rings/Jewelry
Smart Buttons and Bluetooth Devices
Hard Disks or Similar Storage Devices

Be vigilant and adhere to these guidelines to ensure a smooth and successful JAMB examination experience. Best of luck!

English JAMB Past Questions and Answers 2021

What to Bring and Avoid at the JAMB Examination Hall?

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