JAMB Use of English 2020 Question 29

Question 29

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: I am yet to write the penultimate paragraph of my essay.

  1. A.last but one
  2. B.third to the last
  3. C.second
  4. D.concluding
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (last but one)

Explanation

Penultimate means the one before the last.