Use Of English 2004 Jamb Examination
Question 91
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
Beauty queens sometimes wear outlandish dresses.
The word "outlandish" suggests something unconventional or bizarre. The opposite of this would be:
A. familiar
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Question 92
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
My father’s presentation was rather casual.
The word "casual" in this context indicates something relaxed or informal. The opposite of this would be:
D. formal
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Question 93
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
The Flying Eagles put up a plucky defence against their opponents
The word "plucky" suggests showing courage or determination. The opposite of this would be:
A. weak
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Question 94
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
The journalist said he was working freelance.
The word "freelance" suggests working independently or without long-term commitment to a particular employer. The opposite of this would be:
C. dependently
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Question 95
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
The injured man is determined to get back at his assailant.
The phrase "get back at" implies seeking revenge or retaliation. The opposite of this would be:
B. forgive
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Question 96
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
The dictator wanted tractable men in his cabinet.
The phrase "get back at" implies seeking revenge or retaliation. The opposite of this would be:
B. forgive
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Question 97
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
The dictator wanted tractable men in his cabinet.
The word "tractable" suggests being easily controlled or manageable. The opposite of this would be:
C. unruly
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Question 98
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
After the war, the victors became increasingly vindictive
The word "vindictive" suggests a desire for revenge or spitefulness. The opposite of this would be:
D. friendly
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Question 99
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
The potency of the drug has been acknowledged.
The word "potency" implies effectiveness or power. The opposite of this would be:
B. inefficacy
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Question 100
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics.
The man who scared the girl was a bit deranged.
The word "deranged" implies a state of mental disturbance or insanity. The opposite of this would be:
D. sane
Not clear enough?
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Line 1: My heart leaps up when I behold
Line 2: A rainbow in the sky
Line 3: so was it when my life began
Line 4: so is it now
Line 5: so is it when I have grown
Line 6: the child is the father of the man.
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