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JAMB Use of English 1982 Question 100

Question 100

Antonyms

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word: Politicians and holders of political appointments are generally assumed to be cunning:

  1. A.kind
  2. B.straightforward
  3. C.generous
  4. D.even handed
  5. E.sly
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Answer: B (straightforward)

Explanation

A cunning person is crafty and deceitful; a straightforward person is honest and direct.