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JAMB Use of English 2000 Question 75

Question 75

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: Inspite of her grim situation, the young widow smiled dutifully at the visitor's pleasantries

  1. A.unkind comments
  2. B.sad stories
  3. C.condolence messages
  4. D.jocular remarks
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Answer: D (jocular remarks)

Explanation

Pleasantries are light, friendly or joking remarks.