2026 JAMB Use of English CBT Practice Test – 50 Real Exam Questions.

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2026 JAMB Use of English CBT Practice Test – 50 Real Exam Questions

Practice for the 2026 UTME with this JAMB Use of English CBT mock test. It covers comprehension, lexis & structure, oral English, concord, and tenses to help you improve speed, accuracy, and confidence before the real exam.

2026 JAMB Use of English CBT Practice Test – 50 Real Exam Questions.

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PASSAGE:

Breast milk is the ideal source of nutrition for infants during the first six months of life. It contains all the nutrients an infant needs in the right proportions and is easily digestible. Breast milk also provides important antibodies that help protect infants from common childhood illnesses. Despite these benefits, many mothers in developing countries do not exclusively breastfeed due to cultural beliefs, lack of support, or the need to return to work soon after delivery.

1. What is the primary reason breast milk is considered ideal for infants?

A. It is cheap and readily available

B. It is tailored to meet their specific nutritional needs

C. It helps mothers lose weight quickly

D. It prevents all diseases completely

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2. According to the passage, breast milk protects infants mainly through:

A. Its sweet taste

B. Important antibodies

C. High sugar content

D. Vitamin supplements

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3. The word "exclusively" as used in the passage means:

A. Partially

B. Only

C. Occasionally

D. Rarely

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4. One major reason many mothers do not exclusively breastfeed is:

A. Lack of milk production

B. Cultural beliefs and lack of support

C. Infants rejecting the milk

D. High cost of formula

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5. The passage suggests that breast milk is:

A. Difficult to digest

B. Easily digestible

C. Only useful after six months

D. Not nutritious enough

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Section B: Synonyms (Questions 6–15) Choose the word nearest in meaning to the underlined word.

6. The politician's speech was verbose.

A. Brief

B. Wordy

C. Clear

D. Interesting

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His argument was fallacious.

A. Logical

B. Wrong

C. Strong

D. Convincing

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8. Courage She showed great fortitude during the crisis.

A. Courage

B. Weakness

C. Fear

D. Laziness

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9. The manager was reprimanded by the board.

A. Praised

B. Promoted

C. Rebuked

D. Ignored

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10. His income is meagre.

A. Huge

B. Small

C. Steady

D. Irregular

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11. The plan was impracticable.

A. Feasible

B. Unrealistic

C. Easy

D. Popular

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12. She spoke with candour .

A. Dishonesty

B. Anger

C. Frankness

D. Silence

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13. The meeting was postponed .

A. Cancelled

B. Held

C. Delayed

D. Advanced

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14. He is known for his benevolence.

A. Cruelty

B. Kindness

C. Greed

D. Pride

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15. The evidence was incontrovertible.

A. Doubtful

B. Undeniable

C. Weak

D. Hidden

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Section C: Antonyms (Questions 16–25) Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

16. The judge was impartial.

A. Biased

B. Fair

C. Honest

D. Strict

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17. His behaviour was exemplary.

A. Admirable

B. Bad

C. Perfect

D. Normal

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18. The task is arduous.

A. Difficult

B. Easy

C. Long

D. Short

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19. She felt elated after the victory.

A. Happy

B. Depressed

C. Excited

D. Calm

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20. His speech was concise.

A. Short

B. Lengthy

C. Clear

D. Interesting

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21. The king was very frugal.

A. Wasteful

B. Careful

C. Generous

D. Poor

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22. The road was treacherous.

A. Dangerous

B. Safe

C. Narrow

D. Wide

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23. He is prolific writer.

A. Productive

B. Barren

C. Famous

D. Unknown

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24. The decision was **unanimous**.

A. Agreed

B. Divided

C. Strong

D. Weak

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25. She was reticent about her plans.

A. Silent

B. Shy

C. Talkative

D. Bold

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Section D: Sentence Interpretation & Grammar (Question 26-35).

26. The principal reprimanded the student for coming late.

A. Praised

B. Punished

C. Scolded

D. Suspended

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27. Neither the teacher nor the students ___ aware of the new timetable.

A. is

B. was

C. are

D. has been

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28. “The man is walking on thin ice.”

A. He is skating.

B. He is in a dangerous situation.

C. He is feeling cold.

D. He is being careful with water.

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29. If she had studied harder, she ___ the examination.

A. will pass

B. would pass

C. would have pass

D. passed

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30. His decision was mandatory for all members.

A. Compulsory

B. Optional

C. Necessary

D. Important

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31. She said, “I am going to the market.”

A. She said that she is going to the market.

B. She said that she was going to the market.

C. She says she was going to the market.

D. She said she will go to the market.

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32. The committee has submitted ___ report.

A. there

B. their

C. Its

D. It’s

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33. “John kicked the bucket.”

A. John was angry.

B. John fell down.

C. John died.

D. John broke a bucket.

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34. The news ___ surprising to everyone.

A. are

B. were

C. is

D. have been

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35. She is one of the most ___ students in the class.

A. intelligent

B. more intelligent

C. intelligently

D. intelligence

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Section E: Grammar, Idioms & Structure(Question 36-45).

36. To “spill the beans” means to ___

A. cook food

B. reveal a secret

C. waste money

D. Lie

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37. “Bite the bullet” means to ___

A. show bravery

B. avoid pain

C. shoot someone

D. complain

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38. “Once in a blue moon” means ___

A. every day

B. Very rarely

C. at night

D. suddenly

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39. “Cry over spilt milk” means ___

A. regret past mistakes

B. waste milk

C. complain loudly

D. feel hungry

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40. “Break the ice” means to ___

A. destroy something

B. end silence or tension

C. start a fight

D. cool a drink

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(Question 41-50) follow similar patterns on vowels/consonants, e.g. word with /ʃ/ sound, silent letters, etc.

41. Which of the following words contains the /ʃ/ sound?

A. Chair

B. Sugar

C. Vision

D. Zebra

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42. Which word has the /tʃ/ sound?

A. Machine

B. Church

C. Measure

D. Genre

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43. Which word contains the /ʒ/ sound?

A. Pleasure

B. Pressure

C. Teacher

D. Nation

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44. In which word is the “th” pronounced /θ/?

A. This

B. That

C. Think

D. They

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45. Which word contains a silent consonant?

A. Knife

B. Goat

C. Table

D. Drink

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46. Which word contains the long vowel sound /iː/?

A. Sit

B. Seat

C. Said

D. Set

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47. Which word has the short vowel /ɪ/ sound?

A. Beat

B. Bit

C. Bite

D. Boat

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48. Which word contains the diphthong /aɪ/?

A. Day

B. Boy

C. High

D. Now

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49. Identify the word with a silent “b”.

A. Bomb

B. Bible

C. Baby

D. Ball

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50. Which word contains a silent “w”?

A. Write

B. Water

C. Window

D. Wait

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2026 JAMB Use of English CBT Practice Test – 50 Real Exam Questions.

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