2017 JAMB UTME English Language Past Questions

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From the options, choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word:He is quite an outspoken young man but his father is ________.

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Choose the most appropriate stress pattern from the options. The stressed are written in capital letters:Judiciary

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In the book "Independence" Tayo's uncle, Kayode, wanted to study Engineering in _____.

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From the options given, choose the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.:This house which was sealed off years ago has now been ________.

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When you ________ an opponent's point in a debate, you must do so politely.

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Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics:Aisha impelled to the party.

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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics:The students received a mild reproof from the teacher.

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From the options, choose the word nearest in meaning to the underline word:By working hard, Benjamin outshone his elder brother instead of being _____.

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The number of workers have increased steadily each year means _____.

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Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence:The painting was beautifully faked.

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Choose the option to which the given sentence relates:Aderonke STATED she had a right to her privacy.

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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics:They come here on bootless errand.

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Choose the most appropriate stress pattern from the options.The stressed are written in capital letters:departmental

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Choose the options that have the same consonant as the ones represented by the letter(s) underlined:leisure

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Choose the best option that best completes the gap(s): _____ a good boy, he was given a prize.

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Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence:Advising Olu to break his bad habit is like knocking your head against a brick wall.

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Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence:The letter was being written by the principal.

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Choose the best option that best completes the gap(s):Garba acquiesced _____ their decision.

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Choose the best option that best completes the gap(s):The crops the farmer planted will be ________ in three months time.

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Fill in the gap:Mr Collins does not allow his name to be published in connection with the philanthropy because he _________ publicity.

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