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English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The economist argued that the apparently inconsequential rise in the price of petrol had a _________ effect on the cost of living
A
capricious
B
frivolous
C
dangerous
D
bright
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
inconsequential simply means having no consequence. However, dangerous means the ability to cause harm. This makes option C correct.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56683)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The exotic bird looked resplendent; its bright plumage contrasted with the rather _________ undergrowth
A
immobile
B
foreign
C
bright
D
drab
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Resplendent simply means shiny and colourful as opposed to Drab which means 'dull'
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56684)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
I thought that the comments made by the Manager were quite innocuous but the chairman considered them __________
A
polite
B
inappropriate
C
antagonistic
D
harmful
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
innocuous means harmless. This makes Option D the most appropriate answer.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56685)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
My uncle is a prosperous businessman, my aunt, unfortunately, is quite ________
A
unskillful
B
domestic
C
unsuccessful
D
unqualified
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Unsuccessful implies 'not successful'. An opposite of Prosperous.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56686)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The University has a large intake, very few ________ take place
A
turnouts
B
rejections
C
explusions
D
obstructions
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
intake means the people taken into an organisation. Rejection is directly opposite in meaning to the word underlined.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56687)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
Rather than make derogatory remarks about the host, a guest should make ________ ones
A
polite
B
complimentary
C
interesting
D
honest
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Derogatory implies 'to lessen one's value'. However, complimentary is an expression of praise.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56688)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
Our mechanised services contrast sharply with the _________ operative we had before
A
electrical
B
controlled
C
original
D
manual
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
'Mechanised' expresses 'the use of machines'. Manual implies 'the application of hand'
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56689)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
After Ade had listened to some advice, his rigid ideas became more ______________
A
friendly
B
compromising
C
flexible
D
democratic
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
'Rigid' is the opposite of the word ''Flexible'. Rigid implies unbending as opposed to Flexible which means 'capable of being bent'
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56690)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The policies of this government favour the elite rather than the _______________
A
masses
B
oppressed
C
public
D
unemployed
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Elite implies a special class of people or a selected group with superior status. Public means 'the people in general', however, masses gives a more defined group which implies 'the lower classes of persons'.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56691)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
God opposes the proud and rewards the _________
A
poor
B
honest
C
humble
D
faithful
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Humble is the opposite of the adjective 'Proud'
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56692)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
The pilot says that it is easier to take off from the airport than to ___________ on the tarmac
A
land
B
come down
C
alight
D
drop
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
'Land' in this context simply means ' to descend to a surface' This is an antonym of 'Take off' which means 'to leave the ground'
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56693)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
Although Chide's manners are quite refined , his colleagues are rather ___________
A
bold
B
crude
C
hostile
D
rash
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Refined implies to purify or to be free from impurities. Option B; crude, is a direct opposite to the word 'refine'' which means being in a natural state.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56694)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
I am quite outspoken but my brother is __________
A
dumb
B
indolent
C
taciturn
D
modest
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Outspoken means speaking freely or openly. However, Taciturn means reserved in speech.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56695)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2020
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.
I am quite outspoken but my brother is __________
A
dumb
B
indolent
C
taciturn
D
modest
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Outspoken means speaking freely or openly. However, Taciturn means reserved in speech.
Source: Official Exam / Past Question Archive
Mathematics
UTME / JAMB 2020
Algebraic Expressions, Polynomials & Factorisation
Solution
Factorise (4a + 3) \(^2\) - (3a - 2)\(^2\)
A
(a + 1)(a + 5)
B
(a - 5)(7a - 1)
C
(a + 5)(7a + 1)
D
a(7a + 1)
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
[(4a + 3) \(^2\) - (3a - 2)\(^2\) = a\(^2\) - b\(^2\) = (a + b) (a - b)
= [(4a + 3) + (3a - 2)] [(4a + 3) - (3a - 2)]
= [4a + 3 + 3a - 2] [4a + 3 - 3a + 2]
= (7a + 1)(a + 5)
(a + 5) (7a + 1)
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #56743)