JAMB 2024 English Language · Question 86

The instructions given to him are vague.

Question

In each of the following questions, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined. The instructions given to him are vague.

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

A.clear
B.obscure
C.hazy
D.sure

Answer: A. clear

Explanation written with AI and checked against the answer key

Step 1: Analyze the question You are asked to find the word opposite in meaning (antonym) to "vague" in the sentence: The instructions given to him are vague.

Step 2: Explain the concept "Vague" means unclear, imprecise, or not clearly expressed. So the antonym must mean clear, precise, or well-defined.

Step 3: Check each option

A. clear means easy to understand and well-defined. This is the opposite of vague.
B. obscure means unclear or hard to understand. This is a synonym of vague, not an antonym.
C. hazy means not clear or indistinct. This is also a synonym.
D. sure means certain or confident. It relates to a person's confidence, not the clarity of instructions, so it is not a true opposite.

Step 4: Answer The correct option is A. clear.

Tip: In "opposite in meaning" questions, first spot the options that are synonyms of the word, since they are the trap answers. Here, obscure and hazy both mean the same as vague, so you can eliminate them straight away. Always read the question carefully to see whether it asks for the same or opposite meaning.

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