In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Abdul's contribution at the meeting was seen by many as invaluable but the chairman said it was _________
إجابة
(B)
useless
2
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
The boy may be culpable but his brother is surely ______.
إجابة
(A)
innocent
3
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence
Our class teacher used to be rigid in his opinions but he is now ______ of other people's views
إجابة
(D)
tolerant
4
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Some workers were quite affable at the meeting but their leader was rather ______
إجابة
(D)
antagonistic
5
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
The driver believed he would be castigated but all the passengers but he was ______.
إجابة
(C)
commended
6
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
The manager was eulogised for his speech while his assistant was ________
إجابة
(B)
criticised
7
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Some people are generous towards strangers, while others are _______ towards them.
إجابة
(A)
indifferent
8
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
The baby who had all along been calm suddenly became _________
إجابة
(A)
restless
9
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
While Ade is ______, his wife is quite self-effacing.
إجابة
(C)
conceited
10
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Bakary is a prudent husband while Musa is ______.
إجابة
(B)
extravagant
11
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The incumbent chairman won the election by a ______ of twenty votes.
إجابة
(D)
margin
12
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Since all items on the agenda had been discussed, the meeting was _______.
إجابة
(C)
adjourned
13
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The police explained that all the aggrieved persons should seek _______ in the court of law.
إجابة
(A)
redress
14
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Our principal has a large _____ of cows.
إجابة
(B)
herd
15
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The first storey building in Nigeria stands as a historic _______
إجابة
(C)
monument
16
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
I returned from the vacation refreshed and _______.
إجابة
(A)
rejuvenated
17
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
She was advised to see a _______ because she had an unusual skin disease.
إجابة
(B)
dermatologist
18
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The doctor's _____ was that the patient was suffering from cancer.
إجابة
(C)
diagnosis
19
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Tom's father gave him a valuable gift as an ______ to make him work harder in school.
إجابة
(A)
incentive
20
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
We have no yet heard the weather _______.
إجابة
(A)
forecast
21
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
Ojo was cautioned not to jangle the old man's nerve. This means that Ojo was cautioned not to
إجابة
(B)
annoy the old man
22
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
Amina was completely swept off her feet the first time she met Gabriel. This means that she
إجابة
(A)
fell deeply in love
23
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
His response showed that he kept abreast of events in the country. This means that he was
إجابة
(C)
well-informed about events
24
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
Our school is the last but one on that road. This means that the school is
إجابة
(D)
the one before the last
25
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The new shopping plaza is easy on the eye. This means that the shopping plaza is
إجابة
(C)
attractive
26
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
That nonchalant attitude of Jonah irks me. This means that Jonah's attitude
إجابة
(B)
irritates me
27
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
A good friend is supposed to be with you through thick and thin. This means that a good friend should
إجابة
(B)
stand by you in good times and bad times
28
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
Willy has been under the weather for some days. This means that Willy has been
إجابة
(B)
ill
29
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
Taya was beaten at his own game. This means that
إجابة
(D)
Taya's methods were used to defeat him
30
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
We never believed that Father would pull through that fever. This means that we did not believe that he would
إجابة
(A)
recover from the sickness
31
From the words lettered A-D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentences.
It is apparent that John damaged the desk.
إجابة
(B)
evident
32
From the words lettered A-D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentences.
Some of the merchant's goods were impounded by the customs officers
إجابة
(C)
confiscated
33
From the words lettered A-D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentences.
My trust in Abah suddenly began to wane.
إجابة
(D)
decrease
34
From the words lettered A-D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentences.
Some believe it is ominous for the owl to perch on the roof of a house.
إجابة
(B)
portentous
35
From the words lettered A-D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentences.
The new shopping mall is on the fringe of the town.
إجابة
(D)
edge
36
From the words lettered A-D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentences.
The supervisor spurned the offer of help from the cleaner.
إجابة
(A)
rebuffed
37
From the words lettered A-D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentences.
I have eventually found the book.
إجابة
(D)
finally
38
From the words lettered A-D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentences.
It is good for a child to be unduly inquisitive.
إجابة
(C)
curious
39
From the words lettered A-D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentences.
Kofi is rather audacious; he jumps off high fences.
إجابة
(A)
daring
40
From the words lettered A-D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentences.
The criminal approached the crowd menacingly.
إجابة
(D)
threateningly
41
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He said that they ______ painting the house by then.
إجابة
(B)
would have finished
42
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I will wear my _______ dress to the dance.
إجابة
(C)
new blue silk
43
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
If I _____ an eagle, I would fly to distant lands.
إجابة
(B)
were
44
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The teacher needs ______ to write the note on the chalkboard.
إجابة
(C)
some chalk
45
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The man said that he ________
إجابة
(A)
had eaten there the previous day
46
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
To be healthy, we need to eat a _______ diet every day.
إجابة
(A)
balanced
47
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I can rustle _____ an omelette - at least.
إجابة
(B)
up
48
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Banku was ______ unhappy after the fight.
إجابة
(A)
very
49
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Everything would be _____ cheaper in the sales.
إجابة
(B)
considerably
50
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The boot of my new car was ______ in the accident.
إجابة
(B)
dented
51
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Parents should create an environment _____ their children can grow.
إجابة
(A)
in which
52
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Parents should create an environment _____ their children can grow.
إجابة
(A)
in which
53
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
In spite of their shortcomings, we cannot _____ admire them.
إجابة
(C)
but
54
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Amadi's plan _____ at the last moment.
إجابة
(C)
fell through
55
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
You think I am hungry, ______?
إجابة
(B)
don't you
56
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Maria ______ tears when she was told that she failed the final examination.
إجابة
(D)
broke into
57
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Jide _____ before I arrived.
إجابة
(B)
had eaten
58
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He claimed to be an expert, but he knew next to ______ about it.
إجابة
(B)
nothing
59
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
_____ the textbooks, he advised his daughter to face her studies.
إجابة
(B)
Having bought
60
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Deficiency ____ just one essential vitamin may cause illness.
إجابة
(B)
in
61
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
This is the ______ he has submitted his assignment since joining the class.
إجابة
(C)
earliest
62
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
It is wise to ______ with what one has rather than go borrowing.
إجابة
(C)
make do
63
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The teacher was _______ hasty in meting out punishment
إجابة
(D)
somewhat
64
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Everybody should treat their parents with respect, _______?
إجابة
(B)
shouldn't they
65
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The experienced clerk found herself at ________.
إجابة
(C)
a crossroads
66
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
We are playing ____ the problems of the company.
إجابة
(D)
down
67
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
You _______ have walked home alone so late at night.
إجابة
(C)
ought not to
68
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Did you notice that the _______ had been removed??
إجابة
(B)
price tag
69
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
One has to be careful of ____ friends.
إجابة
(D)
one's
70
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
It is mandatory that consumables should have _____ dates.
إجابة
(A)
sell-by
71
From the words or group of words lettered A-D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Don't judge the boy ______ his past.
إجابة
(C)
by
72
What option best completes the gap labelled 71?
إجابة
(C)
tenure
73
What option best completes the gap labelled 72?
إجابة
(A)
candidates
74
What option best completes the gap labelled 73?
إجابة
(D)
manifestoes
75
What option best completes the gap labelled 74?
إجابة
(B)
canvassing
76
What option best completes the gap labelled 75?
إجابة
(A)
suffrage
77
What option best completes the gap labelled 76?
إجابة
(C)
eligible
78
What option best completes the gap labelled 77?
إجابة
(C)
stations
79
What option best completes the gap labelled 78?
إجابة
(B)
accreditation
80
What option best completes the gap labelled 79?
إجابة
(B)
returning officer
81
What option best completes the gap labelled 80?
إجابة
(C)
announced
82
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
women
إجابة
(B)
rid
83
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
pearl
إجابة
(A)
curtain
84
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
edit
إجابة
(A)
many
85
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
penal
إجابة
(C)
receipt
86
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
passage
إجابة
(B)
package
87
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
coarse
إجابة
(B)
chore
88
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
stipend
إجابة
(D)
kite
89
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
dumb
إجابة
(D)
month
90
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
dumb
إجابة
(D)
month
91
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
wolf
إجابة
(D)
wood
92
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
manure
إجابة
(C)
again
93
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
host
إجابة
(D)
known
94
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
steak
إجابة
(A)
stake
95
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
brute
إجابة
(C)
lose
96
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
south
إجابة
(A)
drought
97
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
ploy
إجابة
(C)
noise
98
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
escape
إجابة
(D)
school
99
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
chute
إجابة
(C)
sugar
100
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
scion
إجابة
(B)
barks
101
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
suture
إجابة
(C)
chalk
102
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
whole
إجابة
(C)
house
103
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
sold
إجابة
(D)
fold
104
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
lustre
إجابة
(A)
stay
105
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
helped
إجابة
(C)
risked
106
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
viscount
إجابة
(B)
car
107
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
punctual
إجابة
(A)
ankle
108
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
rest
إجابة
(D)
carry
109
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
what
إجابة
(C)
one
110
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) in brackets.
gi(gg)le
إجابة
(A)
league
111
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
peasant
إجابة
(C)
loser
112
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
indict
إجابة
(D)
till
113
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
muscle
إجابة
(C)
tussle
114
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
trouser
إجابة
(A)
browser
115
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
aisle
إجابة
(A)
isle
116
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
potter
إجابة
(C)
otter
117
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
plaque
إجابة
(B)
lark
118
In each of the following questions, the main/ primary stress is indicated by writing the syllables on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
leguminous
إجابة
(B)
le-GUM-in-ous
119
In each of the following questions, the main/ primary stress is indicated by writing the syllables on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
manifesto
إجابة
(C)
ma-NI-fes-to
120
In each of the following questions, the main/ primary stress is indicated by writing the syllables on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
collocation
إجابة
(C)
coll-o-CA-tion
121
In each of the following questions, the main/ primary stress is indicated by writing the syllables on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
dependable
إجابة
(B)
de-PEN-da-ble
122
In each of the following questions, the main/ primary stress is indicated by writing the syllables on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
embodiment
إجابة
(B)
em-BOD-i-ment
123
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
إجابة
(A)
couture
124
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
إجابة
(C)
hotel
125
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
إجابة
(B)
harmony
126
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
إجابة
(C)
gainsay
127
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
إجابة
(A)
elephant
128
In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A-D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
The United States will host the next FIFA football competition.
إجابة
(A)
Will the United States host the next CAF football competition?
129
In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A-D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Bisi's mother ENJOYS cooking.
إجابة
(B)
Does Bisi's mother hate cooking?
130
In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A-D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
We left for MAKURDI yesterday.
إجابة
(A)
Did we leave for Lagos yesterday?
131
In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A-D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Ahmed greeted AKIN at the party.
إجابة
(C)
Did Ahmed greet James at the party?
132
In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A-D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Bimpe was the FIRST to submit the assignment.
إجابة
(C)
Was Bimpe the last to submit the assignment?
133
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ʌ/
إجابة
(A)
comfort
134
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/aʊ/
إجابة
(A)
howl
135
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/v/
إجابة
(A)
of
136
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ə/
إجابة
(C)
about
137
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ð/
إجابة
(A)
these
138
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/j/
إجابة
(C)
few
139
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ɜː/
إجابة
(C)
herb
140
From the words lettered A-D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
