Use Of English 2016 Jamb Examination
Use Of English 2016 Jamb Examination
Question 71
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....16.....] in the passage.
...as a result of which he so much .....16... his opponent that he wins ....17....
...as a result of which he so much .....16... his opponent that he wins ....17....
Outclass (verb) - /ˌaʊtˈklɑːs/
In the context of a competition or sport, to 'outclass' someone means to be far superior to them in skill or ability. The passage establishes that one boxer is much stronger than the other, creating a situation where the struggle is no longer equal. 'Underrates' and 'overrates' refer to internal estimations of value, while 'outfits' refers to providing clothing or equipment. Therefore, 'outclasses' is the correct term to describe a dominant performance where one participant is clearly on a different level of talent or strength than their opponent.
In the context of a competition or sport, to 'outclass' someone means to be far superior to them in skill or ability. The passage establishes that one boxer is much stronger than the other, creating a situation where the struggle is no longer equal. 'Underrates' and 'overrates' refer to internal estimations of value, while 'outfits' refers to providing clothing or equipment. Therefore, 'outclasses' is the correct term to describe a dominant performance where one participant is clearly on a different level of talent or strength than their opponent.
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Question 72
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....17.....] in the passage.
...as a result of which he so much outclasses his opponent that he wins ....17....
...as a result of which he so much outclasses his opponent that he wins ....17....
Knock-out (noun) - /ˈnɒk.aʊt/
In boxing register, a 'knock-out' (often abbreviated as KO) is a winning criterion where an opponent is unable to rise from the canvas within a specified period after being hit. A 'knock down' occurs when a boxer is hit and falls but manages to get back up to continue the fight. A 'punch-up' is an informal term for a disorganized brawl, and 'punch down' is not a standard term for a boxing victory. Given that the stronger boxer is dominating the weaker one, winning 'by knock-out' is the most appropriate technical term for a decisive conclusion to the bout.
In boxing register, a 'knock-out' (often abbreviated as KO) is a winning criterion where an opponent is unable to rise from the canvas within a specified period after being hit. A 'knock down' occurs when a boxer is hit and falls but manages to get back up to continue the fight. A 'punch-up' is an informal term for a disorganized brawl, and 'punch down' is not a standard term for a boxing victory. Given that the stronger boxer is dominating the weaker one, winning 'by knock-out' is the most appropriate technical term for a decisive conclusion to the bout.
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Question 73
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....18.....] in the passage.
Many boxers have suffered permanent brain .....18... in the ....19.... of punches...
Many boxers have suffered permanent brain .....18... in the ....19.... of punches...
The passage describes the severe health consequences of repeated trauma to the head during boxing. When the brain is subjected to violent impacts, the result is physiological 'damage'—the destruction or impairment of neural tissue. 'Drain' refers to depletion of resources, 'fatigue' refers to tiredness, and a 'sprain' is an injury to ligaments (which the brain does not have). Therefore, 'brain damage' is the standard medical and descriptive phrase for the long-term, irreversible harm caused by the physical toll of the sport.
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Question 74
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....19.....] in the passage.
...permanent brain damage in the ....19.... of punches that have been thrown at them...
...permanent brain damage in the ....19.... of punches that have been thrown at them...
Barrage (noun) - /ˈbær.ɑːʒ/
A 'barrage' is an overwhelming number of things arriving suddenly and fast. While the term originated in military contexts to describe a concentrated artillery bombardment, it is commonly used in boxing to describe a rapid and continuous delivery of punches. 'Clutter' refers to a messy collection of things, 'rattle' is a sound or a state of nervousness, and 'racket' refers to a loud noise or a fraudulent scheme. In this context, 'barrage' perfectly illustrates the repetitive and intense nature of the strikes that lead to serious injury.
A 'barrage' is an overwhelming number of things arriving suddenly and fast. While the term originated in military contexts to describe a concentrated artillery bombardment, it is commonly used in boxing to describe a rapid and continuous delivery of punches. 'Clutter' refers to a messy collection of things, 'rattle' is a sound or a state of nervousness, and 'racket' refers to a loud noise or a fraudulent scheme. In this context, 'barrage' perfectly illustrates the repetitive and intense nature of the strikes that lead to serious injury.
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Question 75
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....20.....] in the passage.
...punches that have been thrown at them during their ....20....
...punches that have been thrown at them during their ....20....
Career (noun) - /kəˈrɪə/
In this context, 'career' refers to the period of time a person spends in their professional life or a particular occupation. Since boxing is the profession being discussed, the injuries are cumulative, occurring over the many years and matches the athletes participate in. A 'calling' is a strong inner urge for a particular way of life, a 'vacation' is a holiday, and a 'routine' refers to a sequence of actions regularly followed. 'Career' is the most appropriate choice to encompass the entire professional lifespan of a boxer.
In this context, 'career' refers to the period of time a person spends in their professional life or a particular occupation. Since boxing is the profession being discussed, the injuries are cumulative, occurring over the many years and matches the athletes participate in. A 'calling' is a strong inner urge for a particular way of life, a 'vacation' is a holiday, and a 'routine' refers to a sequence of actions regularly followed. 'Career' is the most appropriate choice to encompass the entire professional lifespan of a boxer.
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