JAMB English Language 2012 Objective — Question 43

Question 43 of 100 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) English Language 2012 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

Oche entered the principal's office in a rather abrasive manner.

A. gentleCorrect
B. rude
C. lackadaisical
D. indifferent

Explanation

'Abrasive' means acting in a way that hurts other people's feelings. The opposite is gentle which means tender and amiable; likeable, nice; pleasant.

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