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UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
Due to old age, mother has become taciturn.
A
reserved
B
quiet
C
cold
D
garrulous
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word taciturn means someone who is habitually quiet or reserved in speech. The opposite is garrulous, which describes someone who is excessively talkative.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70066)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
She remembered how reticent her father had been about his past.
A
unpredictable
B
insinuating
C
difficult
D
forthcoming
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Reticent means reserved or unwilling to share thoughts or feelings. The opposite, forthcoming, describes someone who is open, communicative, and willing to share information.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70067)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
The trial of the former governor was stopped and the earlier judgement was declared null and void.
A
invalid
B
nugatory
C
void
D
credible
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Null and void means invalid or without legal force. The opposite, credible, suggests validity or trustworthiness.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70069)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
Unemployment among school leavers has reached epidemic proportions.
A
urban
B
spreading
C
disease
D
extensive
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Epidemic proportions refer to something that has grown to an extensive or widespread level, similar to how an epidemic affects a large population.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70070)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, select the option that best completes the gap.
The students _____ the planned meeting with the new principal.
A
refused
B
neglected
C
boycotted
D
rejected
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Boycotted" means to intentionally avoid or refuse to participate in something, typically as an expression of protest. This fits the context of students not participating in a planned meeting with the new principal.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70079)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, select the option that best completes the gap.
Take your share and give them _____
A
their's
B
there
C
there's
D
theirs
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Theirs" is the possessive form of "they," indicating something that belongs to them. In this case, it refers to the share belonging to others.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70081)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, select the option that best completes the gap.
The children chased all the _______ away.
A
goose
B
gooses
C
geeses
D
geese
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Geese" is the plural form of "goose," and it is the correct word to complete the sentence.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70082)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, select the option that best completes the gap.
He went ____ the corridor, looking for the principal's office.
A
under
B
among
C
along
D
around
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The sentence should read: "He went along the corridor, looking for the principal's office."
"Along" is used to describe movement in a line or path, such as along a corridor.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70083)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, select the option that best completes the gap.
To be alive after such a serious accident _____ a celebration.
A
is called for
B
call for
C
has been called for
D
calls for
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The sentence should read: "To be alive after such a serious accident calls for a celebration."
This phrase means that a celebration is needed or appropriate in this situation.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70084)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
At a crucial time, one should be cautious in taking decisive action.
A
significant
B
inconclusive
C
indecisive
D
trivial
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "decisive" means having the power to make firm decisions or determine an outcome. In the sentence, "taking decisive action" refers to making an important and firm decision at a crucial time. Significant is nearest in meaning because a decisive action is one that has an important impact.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70072)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
The assistant class teacher was told to stand in for Mrs Chukwudi.
A
compensate
B
receive
C
support
D
ignore
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Stand in for" means to take someone's place or support them temporarily, which is closest in meaning to "support."
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70074)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
The board Chairman cherishes punctuality at the meeting.
A
condemns
B
abhors
C
despises
D
admires
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Cherishes" means to value or admire something, so "admires" is the closest in meaning.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70076)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, select the option that best completes the gap.
The touts ____ arrested during the riot.
A
were
B
was
C
where
D
is
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The subject "touts" is plural, so the correct form of the verb is "were."
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70077)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, select the option that best completes the gap.
The ripe orange was beyond his ______.
A
touch
B
catch
C
pluck
D
reach
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The phrase "beyond his reach" means that something is too far away or inaccessible to him.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70078)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2024
English Grammar
Solution
In each of the following questions, choose the option that rhymes with the given word.
Light
A
lure
B
hate
C
right
D
caught
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
light - /laɪt/
lure - /lʊə/
hate - /heɪt/
right - /raɪt/
caught - /kɔːt/
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #70094)