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JAMB Use of English 1995 Question 41

Question 41

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: The masses are controlled by the whims and caprices of their rulers

  1. A.wish
  2. B.parochialism
  3. C.will power
  4. D.level-headedness
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (level-headedness)

Explanation

'Whims and caprices' are sudden, unreasonable changes of mind; the opposite is level-headedness (calm good sense).