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JAMB English Language 2010 Objective — Question 51

Question 51 of 100 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) English Language 2010 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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NEAREST IN MEANING. In each of questions 51 to 65, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics. 51. A political impasse does not offer the best opportunity for merrymaking. A. manifesto B. party C. gridlock D. rally

  • A. manifesto
  • B. party
  • C. gridlockCorrect
  • D. rally

Explanation

The noun 'impasse' means a difficult situation in which no progress can be made because the people involved cannot agree on what to do, deadlock. 'Gridlock' is a situation in which people with different options are not able to agree with each other in order for an action to take place especially in politics.

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