JAMB Use of English 1982 Question 90

Question 90

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s): My mother has refused to come to live in Lagos because she prefers the tranquil life in the village to the hurly burly of the city.

  1. A.free
  2. B.prosperous
  3. C.peaceful
  4. D.decent
  5. E.happy
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (peaceful)

Explanation

'Tranquil' means calm and quiet, i.e. peaceful.