JAMB 2010 English Language · Question 89

This is an abridge version of No longer at Ease?

Question

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s). This is an abridge version of No longer at Ease?

In the original paper part of this question is underlined. The underline isn't shown here: see the explanation below.

A.an outdated
B.an enlarged
C.an illiustrated
D.a shortened

Answer: D. a shortened

Explanation written with AI and checked against the answer key

Analyze the question: The sentence is "This is an abridge(d) version of No Longer at Ease." The underlined word is abridged (the question has a small typo, "abridge"). You need the option closest in meaning.

Explain the concept: To abridge a text means to make it shorter by cutting out some parts while keeping the main ideas. An abridged version of a novel is a condensed edition, often used for students or younger readers.

Go through the options:

A. an outdated: Outdated means old-fashioned. This has nothing to do with length. ❌
B. an enlarged: Enlarged means made bigger. This is the opposite of abridged. ❌
C. an illustrated: Illustrated means having pictures. This is unrelated. ❌
D. a shortened: Shortened means made shorter, which matches abridged. ✅

Answer: The correct option is D. a shortened.

Tip: Link abridge with bridge, a short way across. Also remember that abridged means shortened, while unabridged means complete or full. Also notice that option B is the antonym, which is a common trap in "nearest in meaning" questions, so always check that you haven't picked the opposite.

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