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UTME / JAMB 2001
Oral English: Vowel & Consonant Sounds
Solution
Choose the word that does not have the same vowel sound as the others.
A
bale
B
saint
C
plait
D
gate
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
bale - /beɪl/
saint - /seɪnt/
plait - /pla:t/
gate - /geɪt/
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11449)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The lecture seemed interminable.
A
unending
B
boring
C
interesting
D
brief
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "interminable" means something that seems endless or very long. The opposite would be short or brief.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11456)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Had I known about their plan much earlier I would have nipped it in the bud.
A
stopped it
B
initiated it
C
squashed it
D
promoted it
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The phrase "nipped it in the bud" means stopping something before it develops further. The opposite of this would be allowing it to grow or supporting it rather than just starting it. "Promoted it" (D) means to support, encourage or help something develop.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11458)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
What a harmless thought he has.
A
pernicious
B
pertinent
C
pleasant
D
perfect
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "harmless" means something that is safe or not likely to cause harm. The opposite would is something dangerous or harmful (pernicious)
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11459)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The town was all agog at his unexpected return.
A
on fire
B
excited
C
unexcited
D
surprised
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "agog" means eager, excited or in a state of high anticipation. The opposite is a lack of excitement.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11460)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
In his naivety he believed all the stories his friend told him
A
artlessness
B
stupidity
C
friendliness
D
incredulity
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Incredulity" means scepticism or disbelief, which is the opposite of naivety or believing everything without question.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11463)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The journalist's write-up contained a plethora of detail.
A
shortage
B
simplicity
C
complexity
D
spectrum
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "plethora" means an excessive or abundant amount of something. The opposite would imply a shortage or scarcity.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11464)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Amina's performance in the examination surpassed my expectations.
A
was disappointing
B
lacked merit
C
was extraordinarily good
D
amazed everyone
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "surpassed" indicates that Amina's performance was better than expected. The opposite would imply that her performance did not meet expectations.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11467)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
These boys never act in public, so the police are now worried about their covert activities.
A
ignoble
B
evil
C
open
D
cryptic
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
covert means something that is not openly acknowledged or displayed.
"covert operations against the dictatorship"
synonyms:
secret · furtive
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11470)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
It is inconceivable that the rat devoured the cat.
A
contestable
B
incomprehensible
C
credible
D
unimaginable
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "inconceivable" means something impossible to imagine or believe. Therefore, the opposite would be something believable or credible.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11471)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
In the latter part of his life, the famous soldier showed signs of youthfulness.
A
energy
B
senility
C
bravery
D
vitality
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "youthfulness" suggests qualities associated with being young, such as energy and vitality. The opposite would imply signs of ageing or deterioration.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11472)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Some equatorial areas have a sultry climate.
A
a hot
B
an inclement
C
a temperate
D
a stable
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "sultry" refers to a hot and humid climate, often implying discomfort due to the heat.
The opposite of this would be "temperate," which describes a mild or moderate climate.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11476)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
There is much apathy towards reading among students nowadays.
A
enthusiasm
B
indecision
C
disinclination
D
indifference
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The opposite of "apathy" (which means a lack of interest, enthusiasm or concern) is "enthusiasm".
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11477)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Updating the Board's brochure is an arduous task.
A
an easy
B
an annual
C
a regular
D
a difficult
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "arduous" means requiring a lot of effort and hard work, often involving difficult or strenuous tasks. The opposite of "arduous" is something that is easy, requiring little effort or difficulty.
Option A, "an easy," is the choice that expresses the opposite meaning. So, the sentence with this option would convey that updating the Board's brochure is a task that is not difficult or demanding.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11479)
English Language
UTME / JAMB 2001
Antonyms (Opposite in Meaning)
Solution
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
All wondered why the principal was ambivalent about the students' future.
A
anxious
B
inconsiderate
C
ambitious
D
decisive
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The opposite of "ambivalent" (which means having mixed or conflicting feelings) is "decisive" (meaning having the ability to make decisions quickly and firmly).
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11480)