Use Of English 2011 Jamb Examination
Use Of English 2011 Jamb Examination
Question 1
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Since its inception 1983, the newspaper has attracted thousands of readers.
Since its inception 1983, the newspaper has attracted thousands of readers.
‘Inception’ means the beginning or starting point of an institution, activity, or event. The word ‘commencement’ closely matches this meaning as it also denotes a beginning or start.
‘Renaissance’ means revival, ‘coming’ is vague, and ‘publication’ refers to a printed work, not the start of something.
Therefore, ‘commencement’ is nearest in meaning.
‘Renaissance’ means revival, ‘coming’ is vague, and ‘publication’ refers to a printed work, not the start of something.
Therefore, ‘commencement’ is nearest in meaning.
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Question 2
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Mrs. Asio wanted her sister to stop being so detached.
Mrs. Asio wanted her sister to stop being so detached.
‘Detached’ describes someone who is emotionally uninvolved or indifferent. The closest synonym is ‘indifferent’.
‘Friendly’ and ‘passionate’ are opposites, while ‘careless’ implies lack of attention, not emotional distance.
‘Friendly’ and ‘passionate’ are opposites, while ‘careless’ implies lack of attention, not emotional distance.
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Question 3
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Lantana dwelt in a ruined cottage on the hillside.
Lantana dwelt in a ruined cottage on the hillside.
‘Dwelt’ is the past tense of ‘dwell’, meaning to live or reside somewhere. Therefore, ‘lived’ is nearest in meaning.
The other options do not convey the sense of residence.
The other options do not convey the sense of residence.
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Question 4
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The mistake brought the show to an ignominious end.
The mistake brought the show to an ignominious end.
‘Ignominious’ means causing public disgrace or shame. The closest synonym is ‘disgraceful’.
The other options have positive or neutral meanings and do not fit the context of shame or dishonour.
The other options have positive or neutral meanings and do not fit the context of shame or dishonour.
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Question 5
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
He compliments me on my way of doing things.
He compliments me on my way of doing things.
‘Compliments’ means to express praise or admiration. The word ‘praises’ is the closest in meaning.
‘Complements’ means to complete or enhance, which is different, while the other options are unrelated.
‘Complements’ means to complete or enhance, which is different, while the other options are unrelated.
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Question 6
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The girl is angry with her friend who had ensnared her into this relationship.
The girl is angry with her friend who had ensnared her into this relationship.
‘Ensnared’ means to trap or trick someone into a difficult situation. The closest synonym is ‘tricked’.
‘Encourage’ and ‘enslaved’ do not fit the context, while ‘forced’ lacks the element of deception implied by ‘ensnared’.
‘Encourage’ and ‘enslaved’ do not fit the context, while ‘forced’ lacks the element of deception implied by ‘ensnared’.
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Question 7
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Their new house was roofed with corrugated sheets.
Their new house was roofed with corrugated sheets.
‘Corrugated’ means shaped into alternating ridges and grooves, usually referring to materials like iron or cardboard. The term ‘folded’ best describes this meaning.
‘Iron’ and ‘aluminium’ refer to materials, not shape, while ‘corrupted’ is unrelated.
‘Iron’ and ‘aluminium’ refer to materials, not shape, while ‘corrupted’ is unrelated.
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Question 8
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The stockbroker said it was an astute move to sell the shares then.
The stockbroker said it was an astute move to sell the shares then.
‘Astute’ means having or showing the ability to assess situations accurately and make smart decisions. The synonym ‘shrewd’ conveys the same meaning.
The other options are unrelated to intelligence or sound judgment.
The other options are unrelated to intelligence or sound judgment.
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Question 9
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.
The principal described Oche as the most tactful person he had ever worked with.
‘Tactful’ means showing sensitivity and skill in dealing with others or difficult situations. The closest synonym is ‘discreet’.
‘Passionate’, ‘hard-working’, and ‘innovative’ do not capture this sense of diplomacy or sensitivity.
‘Passionate’, ‘hard-working’, and ‘innovative’ do not capture this sense of diplomacy or sensitivity.
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Question 10
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The old woman is suffering from dementia.
The old woman is suffering from dementia.
‘Dementia’ refers to a chronic mental disorder marked by memory loss and confusion, especially in old age. The word ‘senility’ is nearest in meaning as it denotes mental decline due to old age.
‘Lucidity’ and ‘sagacity’ are opposites, while ‘insanity’ is a broader term not specific to age-related decline.
‘Lucidity’ and ‘sagacity’ are opposites, while ‘insanity’ is a broader term not specific to age-related decline.
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