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UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:'This is a miniaturized version of your house' remarked the Architect.
A
compressed
B
abridged
C
decreased
D
smaller
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option D.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5180)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
In the question below, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase underlined:
It is claimed that there is an extinct volcano near Pankshin.
A
extinguished
B
inactive
C
dead
D
disused
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "extinct" in the context of a volcano means no longer active and unlikely to erupt again. The option that best conveys this meaning is "inactive", which suggests that the volcano is no longer functioning.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5181)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
Bola has a sonorous voice.
A
high-pitched
B
beautiful
C
strong
D
throaty
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "sonorous" means having a deep, rich, and resonant sound. Among the given options, "strong" is the closest in meaning because a sonorous voice is powerful and carries well.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5182)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
Some workers went on rampage at a trade-fair.
A
turned violent
B
robbed
C
were angry
D
demostrated
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option A.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5183)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
We have to identify the protagonists of the new movement
A
enemies
B
leading figures
C
opponents
D
believers
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "protagonists" refers to the main supporters or leaders of a movement, cause or idea. It comes from the Greek word for "chief actor" and is often used to describe key figures driving a cause forward.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5184)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
My nephew came in stealthily through the back gate
A
briskly
B
boldly
C
wearily
D
quietly
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option D.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5185)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
The distance is not more than twenty kilometres as the crow flies
A
by the longest route
B
by the shortest route
C
by air
D
by the fastest means
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option B.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5186)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
Your extreme patience sometimes infuriates me
A
impresses
B
annoys
C
frustrates
D
amuses
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option B.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5187)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
I cannot understand how he suddenly became audacious contrary to his nature
A
proud
B
bold
C
rude
D
hostile
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option B.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5188)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
He as been a life of make-belief
A
faith
B
fantasy
C
grandeur
D
religion
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option B.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5189)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
Our teacher seldom comes late to school
A
very often
B
always
C
frequently
D
hardly ever
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option D.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5190)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:At the age of 80, Musa wished he could put the clock back.
A
stop the clock
B
put down the clock
C
go back in time
D
have more time
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
put/turn the clock back meaning: to make things the same as they were at an earlier time
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5191)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
The Director left his secret file to the Secretary in good faith
A
with proof
B
in anxiety
C
in anticipation
D
in trust
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option D.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5192)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
The Chief approached the issue with convincing disinterestedness.
A
lack of interest
B
lack of personal interest
C
inability to be interested
D
unwillingness
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Disinterestedness" means being impartial or unbiased, especially when making decisions or judgments. It does not mean the Chief was uninterested or unwilling to engage but rather that he approached the issue without any personal bias or vested interest.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5193)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 1987
Synonyms (Nearest in Meaning)
Solution
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase Underlined:
Nothing irritates the clerk more, than being assigned miscellaneous duties.
A
classified
B
confidential
C
unscheduled
D
assorted
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Miscellaneous means consisting of different types or kinds of things; assorted or varied. Assorted means made up of various different kinds.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5194)