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Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).

When the chips are down, we will know those who have the courage to stand?
  • A. When we get to a crisis point
  • B. In the final analysis
  • C. When the blocks are lowered
  • D. When we get to end of the road
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Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).

In my view, the play didn't come off?
  • A. succeed
  • B. fail
  • C. attract applause
  • D. take place
View Answer & Discuss (6) JAMB 1998
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Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).

She said boxing is in fact her pet aversion?

  • A. something she likes very much
  • B. something she dislikes very much
  • C. a hobby she loves to pursue
  • D. one thing she can't miss
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Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The gateman does his work perfunctorily?

  • A. without commitment
  • B. with speed
  • C. grudgingly
  • D. enthusiastically
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Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Members of the panel were working at cross purposes?
  • A. in harmony
  • B. in disunity
  • C. for selfish purposes
  • D. for selfless purpose
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