English 2023 Q24: From the options lettered A-D, choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word. My…
Source: JAMB · 2023
From the options lettered A-D, choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word. My mother is a shrewd shrewd.
Explanation
Inference means drawing conclusions from evidence rather than explicit statements. The text gives clues; you figure out what they mean. “Reading between the lines.”
Look for: character reactions, descriptive details, dialogue tone, and cause-effect relationships. Ask “What does this suggest?” not just “What does it say?”
Do not over-infer beyond what the text supports. Your conclusion must be logical based on evidence given, not just possible in real life.
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