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JAMB Use of English 1990 Question 26

Question 26

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word in italics: The policeman was asked to investigate the matter

  1. A.ask about
  2. B.forget about
  3. C.examine
  4. D.inquire about
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (forget about)

Explanation

To investigate is to look into something carefully; the opposite is to forget about it. The others all mean to look into it.