2002

JAMB Use of English 2002 past questions

85 questions from the 2002 JAMB UTME Use of English paper. Free, with answers where available.

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Use of English JAMB 2002 Q1
The experiences we may well be asked as used in the passage means
A
it is quite likely that we will be asked
B
we cannot escape being asked
C
the listener is always justified to ask questions,
D
it is inconceivable that we will be asked.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q1
The basic causes of the elimination of certain animals from the earth include.
A
man's decision to live in cities and the development of large farmlands
B
extensive killing of animals and the fast disappearance of their favourable habitats
C
man's penchant for meat and the sale of animals for meat and hides
D
a deliberate battle against Nature and the quest for leopard skin 2.From the passage, the attitude of the writer can be described as
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q3
One of these summarizes the approaches to definition discussed in the passage.
A
Specifying clearly what distinguishes a particular word or object from its traditional groups.
B
Indicating the class of a word and mentioning its general property with examples.
C
Giving general and specific features followed by examples of what the object or word includes.
D
Mentioning the class of a word or object with its specific property.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q4
The writer uses the expression fixing the meaning of the words we use to mean
A
getting even with the people who always ask for definitions [PAGE 90]
B
using definitions to help build up their vocabulary
C
repairing the damage done by inadequate definition during communication
D
using definitions to help people communicate their thoughts and argue logically.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q4
Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?
A
Man kills animals only when he can afford to
B
Man cannot spare those animals that eat his kind.
C
Man eats all categories of animals
D
Man poses the greatest threat to Nature
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q6
An appropriate title for this passage is
A
The Advantages of a Deregulated Economy
B
Highlighting the Dangers of Deregulation
C
Making a Case for Deregulation
D
The problems of the NNPC
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q6
Which of the following captures the writer's suggestion on how the Eagles could improve their performance in subsequent matches?
A
Better goalkeeping, a better attack and a stronger midfield
B
Replacement of injured players, stronger attackers and a rugged defence
C
Good coaching, more strikers and more defenders
D
Fair officiating, good goalkeeping and fast players
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q8
The writer seems to suggest that
A
Nigerians do not understand the sense in deregulation.
B
a deregulated economy will cause the Government to be indifferent to the plight of ordinary Nigerians.
C
only a heartless cartel will benefit by the deregulation of the oil industry.
D
the anxiety caused by the deregulation question is groundless.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q8
From the argument in the last paragraph, it can be concluded that the Eagles were
A
more experience than the Senegalese team
B
not as strong as the Senegalese team
C
more timid and goal-shy than their opponents
D
not sure of getting to the next round of the [PAGE 411] tournament 9.The word debutants, as used in the passage, means
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q9
Which of the following conclusions can be reached from the passage?
A
Nigerians cannot buy fuel at exorbitant prices.
B
The deregulation of the oil industry does not preclude the Government from exerting its influence.
C
The deregulation of the economy will solve all the problems of petroleum products distribution.
D
The Government is hell-bent on leaving Nigerians at the mercy of a heartless cartel.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q9
Which of the following conclusions can be be reached from the passage?
A
Nigerians cannot buy fuel at exorbitant prices, [PAGE 394] B.: The deregulation of the oil industry does not preclude the Government from exerting its influence
C
The deregulation of the economy will solve all the problems of petroleum products distribution
D
The Government is hell-bent on leaving Nigerians at the mercy of a heartless cartel
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q11
One argument given in support of personal writing is that it
A
has informal features which make it more diverting than impersonal writing
B
makes writers more focused and less boring
C
can be more objective than impersonal writing
D
is the style to use in all situations involving businessmen.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q11
The position maintained by the moralist and the economist can be described as being
A
at variance
B
very agreeable
C
quite indifferent
D
very passionate
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q12 OK Answer: A
Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?
A
The impersonal style helps to achieve a measure of objectivity in report writing. B The impersonal style has been widely acclaimed.
C
Most report writing is characterized by the sparing use of the impersonal style.
D
Most writers use the impersonal style to achieve objectivity in their reports
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q13 OK Answer: C
It can be concluded from the passage that morality, religion and economy are
A
clearly interconnected
B
certainly different
C
somewhat interconnected
D
certainly unrelated [PAGE 413]
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q14
From the passage, what determines the appropriateness of a style is the
A
theme
B
reader
C
writer
D
situation
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q14 OK Answer: D
The view expressed by writer in the last paragraph is that
A
the number of alcoholics and smokers is certainly increasing
B
more people now abstain from drinking and smoking
C
more people appear to take to drinking and smoking
D
sales of alcohol and tobacco products have improved tremendously
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q26 OK Answer: A
In spite of his humble beginning. Audu now throws his weight around.
A
Audu is arrogant despite his simple upbringing
B
Despite his obvious poverty, Audu is a proud man.
C
His noble birth notwithstanding, Audu is a proud man
D
From his poor background, Audu is now a rich man
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q27 OK Answer: B
Ngozi has always considered her father to be an impassioned man
A
Her father is a very lively man
B
Her father is an emotional man
C
Her father is a disciplined man
D
Her father is a very strict man
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q28 OK Answer: A
The elders rebuked Olu for taking issue with his principal
A
Olu was cautioned for shouting at his principal
B
Olu was scolded for acting in collusion with his principal
C
Olu was reprimanded for arguing with his principal LEXIS, STRUCTURE AND ORAL FORMS In each of questions 26 to 30, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence. Each question carries 2 marks [PAGE 415]
D
Olu was blamed for issuing a statement denying his principal
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q29
These… must have …
A
analysis/attracted
B
analyses/attract
C
analyses/attracted
D
analysis/attract) the World Bank officials.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q30 OK Answer: C
If he went to London, he would see the Queen
A
When he goes to London, he will see the Queen
B
He did not go to London and did not see the Queen
C
He did not see the Queen when he went to London
D
He would like to see the Queen when he goes to London
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q32 OK Answer: C
He is well known for his inordinate ambition
A
excessive
B
passionate
C
moderate
D
sound
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q33 OK Answer: D
Students could be timid
A
friendly
B
bold
C
covetous
D
pugnacious00
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q35 OK Answer: A
The members of the congregation were inspired by the sermon
A
bewitched
B
enthralled
C
disenchanted
D
disorientated
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q36
Agbenu was ecstatic about her result
A
dispassionate
B
sad
C
pessimistic
D
mad
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q37 OK Answer: D
The labour leader's recalcitrant stance was applauded
A
stubborn
B
flexible
C
uncompromising
D
well-informed
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q39 OK Answer: C
I am loath to do the assignment
A
willing
B
unwilling
C
waiting
D
dying
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q45 OK Answer: A
The agency has sworn to deal with all apostles of confederation.
A
proponents
B
protagonists
C
apostates
D
opponents In each of questions 46 to 60, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics [PAGE 418]
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q46 OK Answer: D
The leader has the unstinting support of his party.
A
unsparing
B
laudable
C
uninspiring
D
cautious
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q47 OK Answer: C
The party supporters vilified the Chairman for the role he played in the crisis that rocked the party.
A
elected
B
challenged
C
condemned
D
impeached
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q49 OK Answer: C
There was a glut of oil on the market
A
a variety of
B
an accumulation
C
an abundance of
D
an increase in
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q51 OK Answer: B
Before announcing his retirement, Ochima resolved to settle an account with the bank.
A
pay back all he owes
B
close his account with
C
retire his loans from
D
get back at
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q53 OK Answer: B
The nurse was in favour at voluntary euthanasia.
A
a painless death
B
a simple operation
C
a sleeping pill
D
a major operation
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q54
The cynics feared that the nation's nascent democracy would fail.
A
pessimists
B
delinquents
C
critics
D
illusionists
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q55 OK Answer: A
The essence of governance is to seek the good and well-being of the majority of the people.
A
importance
B
goal
C
characteristic
D
secret [PAGE 419]
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q56
From what she said, one may infer that she does not like the course.
A
suppose
B
realize
C
deduce
D
agree
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q59 OK Answer: D
I wonder what will be left of his essay when the extraneous material is deleted.
A
main
B
relevant
C
erroneous
D
superfluous
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q59 OK Answer: D
Publishing as a business venture has become a hot potato in Nigeria.
A
unpleasant
B
profitable Ç. unacceptable
D
expensive
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q60 OK Answer: D
Tortoises need cool climates and must have places where they can hibemate.
A
sleep deeply
B
relax
C
reproduce
D
hide at night
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q60 OK Answer: D
The man's story sounded plausible to his audience
A
fantastic
B
credulous
C
credible
D
entertaining In each of questions 61 to 85, fill each gap with most appropriate option from the list provided
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q61 OK Answer: A
They are considered to be legal luminaries.
A
experts
B
practitioners
C
directors
D
powers
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q62
Practising medicine is not as lucrative as many people think.
A
know
B
assume
C
consider
D
understand [PAGE 93]
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q63
The manager made disparagingremarks about the retiring officer.
A
parochial
B
cynical
C
derogatory
D
rude
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q63 OK Answer: C
The manager made disparaging remarks about the retiring officer.
A
parochial
B
cynical
C
derogatory
D
rude
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q64
The teacher's apparent nonchalant attitude was misconstrued by his students.
A
condoned
B
misquoted
C
misinterpreted
D
misrepresented.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q64 OK Answer: C
The teachers' apparent nonchalant attitude was misconstrued by his students.
A
condoned
B
misquoted
C
misinterpreted
D
misrepresented
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q65
Let us not indulge in recrimination.
A
unfounded allegation
B
counter-accusation
C
accusation
D
indictment.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q65 OK Answer: B
Let us not indulge in recrimination
A
unfounded allegation
B
counter-accusation
C
accusation
D
indictment
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q66 OK Answer: B
Teachers of music believe in its therapeutic effect.
A
lyrical
B
healing
C
sound
D
rhythmic
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q67
The man outran his wife when they heard the eerie sound.
A
hissing
B
harsh
C
scary
D
loud
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q67 OK Answer: C
The man outran his wife when they heard the eerie sound
A
hissing
B
harsh
C
Scary
D
loud
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q68
His success may be described as a pyrrhic victory.
A
a deserving victory
B
costly
C
indecisive
D
an easy victory
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q68 OK Answer: B
His success may be described as a pyrrhic victory
A
a deserving victory
B
costly
C
indecisive
D
an easy victory
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q69
The Executive Secretary has just assumed office.
A
resumed work
B
been sworn in
C
started work
D
returned
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q70 OK Answer: A
The warring tribes have been told to parley with each other.
A
hold talks
B
observe a truce
C
suspend hostilities
D
sign a treaty.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q71
He is a stringer for a newspaper.
A
a financier of
B
a reporter for
C
an editor of
D
a freelancer for
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q72
Adigun's jokes are always puerile.
A
entertaining
B
empty
C
childish
D
amusing
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q73 OK Answer: A
I wish the commander were less adamant about his proposed reprisal attack on the enemy.
A
unyielding about/retaliatory
B
tolerant of/surprise
C
sentimental about/rehearsed
D
supportive of/retributive In each of questions 74 and 75, identify the word that has the stress on the first syllable.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q76
The organization is constantly in a state of flux.
A
The organization is moribund.
B
The organization is experiencing good times.
C
The organization is facing a difficult period.
D
There are periodic changes in the organization.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q77
His meteoric rise to fame surprised everyone.
A
People were amazed at his rapid success.
B
He rose to the top quite unexpectedly. C His rise to fame was only temporary.
D
He became successful very suddenly.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q79
Audu was taken bad in the middle of the night.
A
He was ill
B
He was caught.
C
He was drunk
D
He was robbed.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q80
After the successful operation, he recovered by leaps and bounds.
A
His well-bound wounds aided his recovery.
B
He did a lot of keep-fit exercises.
C
He used to jog regularly.
D
He got well very rapidly. (Questions 81 to 100 carry 1 mark each.) In each of questions 81 to 85, the word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option that best fits the expression in the sentence.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q80 OK Answer: D
After the successful operation, he covered by leaps and bounds.
A
His well-bound wounds aided his recovery
B
He did a lot of keep-fit exercises.
C
He used to jog regularly
D
He got well very rapidly
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q81
The university has been TEMPORARILY closed.
A
Has the university been permanently open?
B
Has the campus been permanently closed?
C
Has the college been temporarily closed?
D
Has the university been permanently closed?
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q81 OK Answer: D
The university has been TEMPORARILY closed
A
Has the university been permanently open? Ð’. Has the campus been permanently closed? (Questions 81 to 100 carry 1 mark each) In each of questions 81 to 85, the word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option that best fits the expression in the sentence. [PAGE 404]
C
Has the college been temporarily closed?
D
Has the university been permanently closed?
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q82
The king RAN to the palace.
A
Where did the king run to?
B
Did the queen run to the palace?
C
Did the king walk to the palace?
D
Who ran to the palace?
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q83 OK Answer: C
He travelled ONLY 20 kilometres before his car stopped.
A
Did he travel only 20 kilometres after his ar stopped?
B
Did the travel exactly 20 kilometres before his car stopped.
C
Did he travel more than 20 kilometres before his car stopped?
D
Did you walk only 20 kilometres before the vehicle stopped?
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q84
The man BOUGHT the newspaper.
A
What did the man buy?
B
Is this the newspaper which the man bought?
C
Who bought the newspaper?
D
Did the man read the newspaper?
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q85
My UNCLE retired from the police.
A
Did your brother retire from the police?
B
Did your brother resign from the police?
C
Did your uncle retire from the army?
D
Did your sister resign from the police? In each of questions 86 to 100, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q86
The Governor's visit is an unprecedented event in the [PAGE 94] history of he social club.
A
an unnecessary
B
a momentous
C
a perfect
D
an insignificant
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q86 OK Answer: B
The Governor's visit is an unprecedented event in the history of the social club.
A
an unnecessary
B
a momentous
C
a perfect
D
an insignificant
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q87
He gave an unsatisfactory excuse but the boss swallowed it hook, line and sinker.
A
completely
B
with a pinch of salt.
C
entirely
D
without mincing words.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q87 OK Answer: B
He gave an unsatisfactory excuse but the boss swallowed in hook, line and sinker,
A
completely In each of questions 86 to 100, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics. [PAGE 405]
B
with a pinch of salt
C
entirely
D
without mincing words
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q89
The hardline posture of the labour leader has not helped matters.
A
imposing
B
difficult
C
compromising
D
uncompromising
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q90 OK Answer: D
The high cost of living these days calls for a lot of frugality
A
economy
B
recklessness
C
prudence
D
extravagance
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q91
The evidence the leader gave was incontrovertible.
A
logical
B
indubitable
C
practicable
D
contestable
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q92
Tunde's reaction underscores the point I was making.
A
contradicts
B
justifies
C
summarizes
D
emphasizes
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q92 OK Answer: A
Tunde's reaction underscores the point I was making.
A
contradicts
B
justifies
C
summarize
D
emphasizes
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q93
Everyone admired the manager's adroit handling of the crises in he company.
A
clever
B
clumsy
C
skilful
D
tactless
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q93 OK Answer: D
Everyone admired the manager's adroit handling of the crises in the company.
A
clever
B
clumsy
C
skillful
D
tactless [PAGE 406]
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q94
The chairman's conduct redounds to the image of the company.
A
contributes to
B
detracts from
C
assists in
D
reflects on.
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q94
The chairman's conduct redounds to the image of the company.
A
contributes to
B
detracts from
C
assists in
D
reflects on
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q99
The athlete has unexpectedly become indomitable.
A
unruly
B
unconquerable
C
weak
D
disoriented
Use of English JAMB 2002 Q99
My MOTHER served rice and fresh fish stew for dinner.
A
What kind of meal did your mother serve for dinner.
B
Did your mother serve rice and fresh fish stew for lunch?
C
What kind of stew did your mother serve for dinner?
D
Who served rice and fresh fish stew for dinner? In each of questions 95 and 96, choose the option that has a different consonant sound from the others In each of questions 99 and 100, the word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option to which the sentence relates [PAGE 423] 100.The President SPOKE to the press.