JAMB - English Language (1990 - No. 3)
In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word Underlined:
Though his parents' poverty placed many obstacles in his path as a young man, Olu succeeded at last.
hurdles
advantages
temptations
diversions
Explication
Since obstacles are things that hinder progress or success, the opposite would be advantages, which are things that support progress or success.