JAMB Use of English 2006 Question 92

Question 92

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: No sooner had he arrived than it started to rain

  1. A.Long before
  2. B.Seldom
  3. C.Simultaneously
  4. D.Just before
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Long before)

Explanation

'No sooner had … than' means immediately after; the contrasting idea is 'long before'.