JAMB Use of English 2010 Question 38

Question 38

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: The teacher said that Ali's essay was full of many redundant details

  1. A.unexplained
  2. B.strange
  3. C.necessary
  4. D.useful
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (necessary)

Explanation

Redundant details are ones that are not needed and could be left out. The opposite is necessary details, ones the essay cannot do without.