JAMB Use of English 2002 Question 35

Question 35

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the phrase in italics: The governor's visit is an unprecedented event in the history of the social club

  1. A.a perfect
  2. B.a momentous
  3. C.an insignificant
  4. D.an unnecessary
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (an insignificant)

Explanation

An unprecedented event has never happened before and is therefore remarkable; an insignificant event is ordinary and unimportant.