2011

JAMB Use of English 2011 past questions

74 questions from the 2011 JAMB UTME Use of English paper. Free, with answers where available.

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Use of English JAMB 2011 Q1 OK Answer: A
Which question paper type of use of English is given to you?
A
type A
B
type
D
type D
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q2
Which of the following statements represents the view expressed by the writer in the first paragraph?
A
Evil thoughts will eventually ruin the evill man
B
If we do not stop the pendulum of thoughts from swinging, our thoughts will soon become our enemies
C
Too many evil thoughts level fatal consequences
D
It is possible to decide what controls our thoughts.
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q3 OK Answer: D
From the argument in the second paragraph, it can be concluded that evil thoughts control the lives of people who
A
are helpless because they fly out of their minds
B
cherish idle and slothful ways
C
are thieves with evil instincts
D
treasure and ruminate on them
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q4 OK Answer: C
The expression Think of the devil and he will appear... as used in the passage, suggest that
A
like the devil thoughts must not reign in our hearts
B
evil thoughts are fantasies which exist only in people's mind
C
uncontrolled evil thoughts may lead to evil deeds
D
the devil gives evil thoughts only to those who invite him in
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q7
The writer's posture, as conveyed in the statement Electricity from living cells is no new idea, can be described as
A
ineffectual
B
contentious
C
logical
D
unguarded
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q8
Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A
Scientists felt that bio cells would produce very costly energy
B
Bio cells, at the beginning, derived their energy from sugar
C
Sugar and fuel were initially used as sources of energy for bio cells
D
Bio cells were from of power used by the scientists
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q9 OK Answer: B
The inventors of bio cell justified the need for it by saying that it would
A
develop ways for changing bio cells into fuel for use
B
yield a source of energy without much spending
C
produce electricity for all types of machines [PAGE 542]
D
produce signals to guide all ships and other vessels
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q11
According to the writer, people lead and motivate others because they want to
A
project individual contribution
B
encourage selfless service
C
make the world a home
D
prevent empty search
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q12 OK Answer: C
According to the passage, balance must be enthroned because it is
A
a critical interdependent function
B
an amazing help for conscience
C
a critical part of fidelity [PAGE 543]
D
a serious way of ensuring success
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q13 OK Answer: B
The word inclinations, as used in the passage, means
A
creeds
B
tendencies
C
inhibitions
D
power
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q14 OK Answer: D
Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?
A
Greatness in life emerges when square pegs are put in round holes
B
People do certain things in life because they know the repercussion
C
People agree on all issues and behave the same way for the same reason
D
Understanding life at different levels gives no account of visible acquisition
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q26
If he were here, could be more fun?
A
He was expected but did not show up to make the occasion lively
B
There was no fun because he was not present
C
He did not show up so the occasion lacked much fun
D
He was being expected to supply more fun
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q27
The secretary said that the postponement of the meeting was due to unforeseen circumstances?
A
The date of the meeting was shifted as a result of unexpected reasons
B
The meeting's date was off for strange reasons
C
The meeting was called as a result of obstacles hitherto unknown
D
The meeting broke off as a bird's eye closely
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q28 OK Answer: A
The hunter has a bird's eye view of the animals.
A
He views animals from a high position
B
He views the bird's eye
C
He views the bird on the tree with one eye
D
He watches animals and bird's closely
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q29
Even though Susan was the last in the examination, her result wasn't too different from what had been expected.
A
Her result was poor
B
Her result was a disappointment
C
Her result was as expected
D
She had not been serious with her studies [PAGE 545]
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q30 OK Answer: B
Mrs. Adamu does all her work with more haste, less speed.
A
She accept whatever she does with more haste and speed
B
She approaches whatever she does hurriedly
C
She addresses everything she does very quickly to avoid mistakes
D
She does everything carefully to avoid mistakes
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q31 OK Answer: C
She stopped her education as her uncle left her in the lurch?
A
Her uncle deceived her
B
Her uncle disinherited her
C
Her uncle refused to help her
D
Her uncle disrespected her
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q33 OK Answer: B
Okon's company took a hit last year?
A
His company improved last year
B
His company made a huge success last year
C
His company was badly damaged last year
D
His company was established last year
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q34 OK Answer: C
My eldest son who is in Lagos is studying English
A
Only my son is in Lagos studying English
B
My only son is in Lagos studying English
C
one of my son is in Lagos studying English
D
my sons are Lagos but one is studying English
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q35 OK Answer: B
If I went to the village I would visit the king
A
if I go to the village I would visit the king
B
I did not go to the village and I did not visit the king
C
All the times I went to the village I also visited the king
D
I will visit the king when I go to the village Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q36
The warring communities were coerced into negotiating a settlement?
A
driven
B
compelled
C
persuaded
D
pressured
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q37 OK Answer: B
His father served as a mercenary in the army?
A
preacher
B
regular
C
recruit
D
officer
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q38 OK Answer: C
Jummai is cruel to her husband?
A
harsh
B
brutal
C
passionate
D
ferocious
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q39 OK Answer: C
The teacher who beat the student was treated with mercy?
A
disrespect
B
contempt [PAGE 546]
C
vengeance
D
kindness
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q40 OK Answer: C
His wife hates his garrulous attitude?
A
outspoken
B
unfriendly
C
reticent
D
thoughtful
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q41 OK Answer: B
'Agoshito is a callow youth', said the teacher?
A
an ignorant
B
an experienced
C
an idle
D
an organized
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q42 OK Answer: D
What you are asking me to do is herculean task?
A
a strenuous
B
a demanding
C
a lovely
D
an easy
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q43
Nkechi was a novice when she was first employed?
A
manager
B
clerk
C
supervisor
D
professional
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q44 OK Answer: B
'I do not trust him', he said, in a rare moment of candor?
A
reproach
B
dishonesty
C
frankness
D
fairness
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q45
Mrs. Akunilo looks anemic today?
A
strange
B
sick
C
weak
D
strong
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q46 OK Answer: A
It is inconceivable that the son shone in the night?
A
credible
B
unthinkable
C
impossible
D
contestable [PAGE 547]
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q47 OK Answer: C
She only gives a superficial impression of warmth and friendliness?
A
a strong
B
a fake
C
deep
D
an unrealistic
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q48
As a prudent businessman, Adeyi does not leave anything to chance.
A
frugal
B
shrewd
C
careless
D
unsuccessful
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q49 OK Answer: B
His antipathy affected the growth of is business?
A
hatred
B
receptiveness
C
loyalty
D
hostility
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q50 OK Answer: D
Okonkwo's lethal right foot the magic in the football match?
A
weak
B
wicked
C
fat
D
harmless Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q51 OK Answer: C
Since its inception 1983, the newspaper has attracted thousands of readers?
A
renaissance
B
coming
C
commencement
D
publication
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q52 OK Answer: C
Mrs. Asio wanted her sister to stop being so detached?
A
friendly
B
careless
C
indifferent
D
passionate
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q53 OK Answer: D
Lantana dwelt in a ruined cottage on the hillside?
A
sat
B
worked
C
slept [PAGE 548]
D
lived
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q54 OK Answer: C
The mistake brought the show to an ignominious end?
A
a good
B
a palatable
C
a disgraceful
D
a satisfactory
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q55 OK Answer: D
He compliments me on my way of doing things?
A
complements
B
imitates
C
disgusts
D
praises
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q56 OK Answer: A
The girl is angry with her friend who had ensnared her into this relationship?
A
tricked
B
encourage
C
forced
D
enslaved
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q57 OK Answer: A
Their new house was roofed with corrugated sheets?
A
folded
B
iron
C
aluminum
D
corrupted
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q58 OK Answer: B
The stockbroker said it was an astute move to sell the shares then?
A
a bad
B
a shrewd
C
an unprofitable
D
an insincere
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q59 OK Answer: D
The principal described Oche as the most tactful person he had ever worked with?
A
passionate
B
discreet
C
hard-working
D
innovative
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q60 OK Answer: C
The old woman is suffering from dementia?
A
lucidity
B
senility
C
insanity
D
sagaccity [PAGE 549]
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q61 OK Answer: A
Some drugs have a deleterious effect on a child's development?
A
debilitating
B
helpful
C
harmful
D
healing
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q62 OK Answer: C
Fila has always been described as belligerent?
A
beautiful
B
attractive
C
combative
D
innocent
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q63 OK Answer: B
Laraba saw a forlorn little figure sitting outside the class?
A
wise and intelligent
B
lonely and unhappy
C
smart and healthy
D
short and ugly
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q64 OK Answer: B
The circular supersedes all previous correspondence on the matter?
A
supports
B
displaces
C
eliminates
D
circumvents
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q65
Her problem was exacerbated by the loss of her father?
A
exaggerated
B
solved
C
aggravated
D
infuriated Choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q66 OK Answer: D
When his car tyre ......... on the way, he did not know what to do.
A
has burst
B
had burst
C
bursted
D
burst
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q67 OK Answer: D
Lami's father ........ as a gardener when he was young, but now he is a driver.
A
had been working
B
use to work
C
has worked
D
used to work [PAGE 550]
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q68 OK Answer: A
........ he switches on the light, the shadow disappears?
A
Whenever
B
Expect
C
Since
D
Until
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q69 OK Answer: B
The policemen became suspicious as the hoodlums ......in their office?
A
ferreted
B
ferretted
C
ferreted about
D
ferretted about
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q70 OK Answer: D
It is important that you clear the refuse in front of your house every ........?
A
fourtnight
B
firtnight
C
fourthninght
D
fortnight
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q71 OK Answer: D
Suara needn't come with us, .......?
A
does she
B
will she
C
can she
D
need she
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q72 OK Answer: D
Unoka .... the whole house to finds his missing wristwatch?
A
scourged
B
scoured
C
scored
D
scouted
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q73 OK Answer: A
Ife asked me ....... ?
A
what time it was
B
what is it by my time
C
what time is it
D
what time it is
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q74 OK Answer: B
There are many ways to kill a rat, so we should be..... in our approach to the task ahead of us?
A
ecletic
B
eclectic
C
eclektic
D
eclectik [PAGE 551]
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q75 OK Answer: B
Audu took these actions purely ...... his own career?
A
on furtherance of
B
in furtherance of
C
to furtherance in
D
in furtherance with
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q76
Here is Mr. Odumusu who teaches English ....... in our school?
A
pronuntiation
B
pronounciation
C
pronunciation
D
pronountiation
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q77 OK Answer: A
Instead of ......., she lied?
A
pleading
B
her to plead
C
her pleading
D
plead
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q78 OK Answer: D
Of the three girls, Uka is the ........?
A
so much notorious
B
notorious
C
naughty
D
naughtiest
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q79 OK Answer: B
I wonder how he will ......being absent from school for a long time.
A
make in
B
make up
C
make off
D
make out
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q80 OK Answer: C
Please sit on the ....... ?
A
carier
B
career
C
carrier
D
carrear
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q81 OK Answer: B
I want to .......this chance to acquaint you the latest development?
A
size
B
seize
C
sieze
D
cease
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q82
Getting a well paid job nowadays is an ...... task? [PAGE 552]
A
utmost
B
upbeat
C
uphill
D
upfield
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q83 OK Answer: B
The secretary has no right to ....... my affairs?
A
spy from
B
meddle in
C
toy at
D
complain into
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q84 OK Answer: B
Bola studiously avoided ....... the questions?
A
parrying
B
answering
C
projecting
D
destroying
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q85 OK Answer: C
The school authority dismissed him for ...... but I won't tell you about it yet?
A
certain reason
B
a reason
C
more reason
D
a certain reason
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q95 OK Answer: C
termination?
A
terminaTION
B
TERmination
C
termiNAtion
D
terMInation
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q97 OK Answer: C
suggestible?
A
suggeSTIble
B
SUggestible
C
suGGEstible
D
suggestiBLE
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q98 OK Answer: C
Uche LOVES Toyota cars?
A
Who loves Toyota cars?
B
What brand of car Uche love?
C
Does Uche hate Toyota cars?
D
Does Uche love bicycle?
Use of English JAMB 2011 Q99 OK Answer: B
The POLICE arrested the suspect.
A
Did the police placate the suspect?
B
Who arrested the suspect?
C
Who did the police arrest?
D
Did the police arrest the suspect?