Choose the word that has the same rhyme scheme as the following word:
battle
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(D)
kettle
2
The words in capital letter have the emphatic stress. Choose the options to which the given sentences relate.
I bought my WIFE a red dress
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(A)
Did I buy my husband a red dress?
3
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Dr. Samuel Johnson is also known as_____
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(B)
Samjohn
4
Choose the word that has the same CONSONANT SOUND as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
wash
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(C)
nation
5
In each of the following sentences, the word that resolves the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the options letters A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Daddy plays TENNIS on Saturday afternoons
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(D)
Does daddy play cricket on Saturday afternoon?
6
In this question, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
If he were here, it could be more fun.
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(A)
He did not show up and so the occasion lacked much fun
7
In this question, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
Though he is our elected representative, he often takes a rather jaundiced view of our problems.
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(B)
He takes an unfavourable position concerning our problems
8
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 below.
Pin
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(D)
Pragmatic
9
Choose the appropriate stress pattern from the options.The stressed words are in capital letter(s)
Fluency
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(D)
FLU-en-cy
10
Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s)
Victor played the role of a haughty prince.
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(B)
a modest
11
Choose the word or group of words that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined words
The gradual process of transition to civilian rule came to an _____ end.
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(C)
abrupt
12
Fill in the gap in the sentence below with the appropriate option:
Peter and Jane love each other ...... the difficulties they face.
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(B)
despite
13
Choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word
I was skeptical about the story she told me.
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(A)
doubtful
14
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
_________ is the euphemism use for Cheat notes.
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(D)
Notes of salvation
15
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
why did Omar say he passed his SSCE by no means a small feat?
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(D)
Because he passed excellently on his first attempt
16
Choose the option that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter[s] underlined.
naked
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(D)
bid
17
From the list of words in A to D, choose one that best describes the sentence.
James and Henry were at daggers drawn when I knew them. This means that they
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(A)
were always angry with each other
18
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Who among Salma's roommate was reserved and withdrawn yet generous to a fault?
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(A)
Ngozi
19
Choose the word that has the same rhyme scheme as the word below:
Day
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(B)
Anime
20
In this question, fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the list provided.
Without our relentless campaigns, we might ...... sure of victory in the race for the National Assembly.
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(B)
never have been
21
In this question, fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the list provided.
We are all hungry; we ...... anything to eat since morning.
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(C)
haven't had
22
In this question, fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the list provided.
To check desertification in the arid zones, ...... trees should be planted
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(B)
drought-resistant
23
From the options lettered A-D, choose the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
My father is parsimonious.
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(C)
generous
24
Pick out the option with a different rhyme
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(C)
Growl
25
The primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D choose the one that has the correct stress.
category
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(B)
CAT-e-go-ry
26
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Ummi is an Arabic word that is directly translated to mean_____
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(B)
My mother
27
From the words lettered A to D below, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the passage.
Bisi has become an indispensable member of staff.
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(A)
vital
28
Choose the option that has the same vowel sound as the letter(s) underlined
exist
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(D)
helicopter
29
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
In Lafayette, before a stranger is hosted or accommodated, permission must be requested and granted by_______
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(A)
the Hakimi
30
Choose the word that does not have the same vowel sound as the others
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(D)
short
31
Athens had _________ the Greek-states against Persians.
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(C)
intervened on behalf
32
Darius took drastic steps to __________ the rebellious Athenians.
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(D)
calm
33
Their participation _________to the Athenians.
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(D)
gave strength
34
The people of Delos did not want to __________ the conquest of Greece
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(C)
encourage
35
The Athenians were__________ by some soldiers who arrived at Plataea
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(B)
strengthened
36
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Salma was looking more stunning on the last day of her exams because_______
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(D)
her classmates had planned a photo shoot with some lecturers
37
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Why was it a double celebration for Ummi and members of her community when she gained admission into the university?
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(C)
Her husband agreed to marry her before she went for university registration
38
...1...
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(B)
legislative
39
...2...
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(B)
nullify
40
...3...
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(D)
an arm
41
...4...
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(C)
House of Representatives
42
...5...
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(D)
litigant
43
...6...
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(B)
enact
44
...7...
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(A)
power
45
...8...
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(A)
executive
46
...9...
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(B)
regulated
47
...10...
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(C)
an Act
48
Choose the word or phrase from A to D which has its meaning opposite to the underlined word or words in each sentence
She was impertinent until she met her husband.
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(C)
courteous
49
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
According to the novel, which of these characters had a nasty experience on the account of using social media?
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(C)
Salim
50
Choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s)
Repugnant rules in the society should be repealed.
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(C)
Abhorrent
51
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Bint was encouraged to take French at the primary level because _____
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(A)
Her parents believed that language acquisition at an early age is relatively easy
52
Choose the options to which the given sentence relate.
Spain won their last friendly FOOTBALL match
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(D)
Did Spain win their last friendly basketball match?
53
Choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word
The boss is quite inflexible once he has made up his mind.
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(D)
unyielding
54
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 businesswoman.
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(D)
gullible
55
In the following question, choose the option that best completes the sentence.
The guest would have arrived earlier but he was _______ in traffic.
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(B)
held up
56
Choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s)
No one would complain if you emulate good behaviour
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(C)
imitate
57
He was both a writer and a politician, but he was better ........ a singer
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(D)
as
58
Choose the word that has the same consonant sound as the one in bracket.
Smoo[th]
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(C)
brother
59
Identify the option with a different stress pattern
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(A)
reservoir
60
In each of the questions, the word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option to which the given sentence relates.The union congratulated the ELECTED president.
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(D)
Did the union congratulate the ousted president?
61
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
What appellation was given to Talle for all his amazing show of personality.
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(D)
the quiet one
62
In each of the questions, the word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option to which the given sentence relates.A good description INCLUDES specific nouns.
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(A)
Does a good description exclude specific nouns?
63
Choose the word which has the same consonant sounds as the underlined letter(s)
pleasure
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(C)
seizure
64
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Whose reticent nature while growing up earned him the title: "The quiet one".?
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(A)
Talle
65
In this question, select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The solution lies in choosing between various negative alternatives.
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(C)
The solution can be found in one of the negative options
66
In this question, the word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option to which the given sentence relates.
EMEKA finished his homework yesterday.
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(A)
Who finished his home work yesterday?
67
Choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s)
After thousands of years of existing, elephants still remain extant.
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(D)
enduring
68
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Salma stayed at the most coveted and famous ______ hostel.
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(A)
Queen Amina
69
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Who called the attention of the district head when it was discovered that Talle buys more than he could consume from the supermarket?
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(B)
the grocers
70
In this question, identify the word that has the stress on the first syllable.
Απάντηση
(D)
salon
71
In each of the following sentences, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters . From the options lettered A to D, choose the one which the sentence is the appropriate answer.
Lambusa TOOK OFF the wig.
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(A)
what did Lambusa do?
72
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
During the maths test, some students got an approximate score of 20.
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(C)
a precise
73
In each of the following sentences, there is one underlined word. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
The test shows that the lumps are malignant.
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(D)
benign
74
Choose the word that has the same rhyme scheme.
sweet
Απάντηση
(C)
suite
75
The primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D choose the one that has the correct stress.
presidency
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(D)
PRE-si-den-cy
76
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
How old is Bint?
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(A)
5years old
77
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word in each sentence.
The abeyance of school activities last semester was a reason for concern.
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(A)
continuance
78
From the words lettered A to D below, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the passage.
Mr. Brown is often described as an astute businessman
know they may not return from their journey into space
80
The farmer in the passage ......
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(A)
used to be self-sufficient
81
According to the passage, success depends on ......
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(C)
risks
82
What sort of life, according to the passage, will drive people back like aimless sheep back to cave dwelling?
Απάντηση
(C)
life without ambition
83
"Rough" in the first sentence of the passage means ......
Απάντηση
(C)
challenges that will breed opportunities
84
Choose the word with the same vowel sound as the one in bracket.
Band[a]ge
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(A)
cacophony
85
From the options lettered A-D, choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
I have an aversion for war movies.
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(A)
dislike
86
Choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s)
When night fell, we had to hasten to the motor park.
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(C)
hurry
87
Choose the word that has the same rhyme scheme.
laugh
Απάντηση
(B)
half
88
The prisoner finally ........ that he drank to ........ on the night he committed the murder
Απάντηση
(C)
conceded/excess
89
Fill in the gap with the appropriate option:
Children are not allowed in the park ...... dark.
Απάντηση
(C)
after
90
Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the list provided.
We had to ..... the group headed by Taiwo.
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(A)
sell out
91
--6--
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(C)
outstanding
92
--7--
Απάντηση
(C)
match bonuses
93
--8--
Απάντηση
(B)
spur
94
--9--
Απάντηση
(C)
from
95
--10--
Απάντηση
(C)
avoid
96
--11--
Απάντηση
(C)
running
97
--12--
Απάντηση
(A)
Showdown
98
--13--
Απάντηση
(A)
on time
99
--14--
Απάντηση
(B)
Booster
100
--15--
Απάντηση
(A)
Attack
101
In this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase.
It is inconceivable that the cat devoured the cat.
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(D)
credible
102
Choose the option that has the same stress pattern as the given word.
Student
Απάντηση
(C)
Refuse(N)
103
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
What were Ummi's children waiting for when Bint narrates her encounter with Mr. Salihu?
Απάντηση
(A)
Their father
104
Choose the option that has the same consonant sound as the one provided
/θ/
Απάντηση
(B)
health
105
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
Where did the police apprehend Talle?
Απάντηση
(C)
at the palace of Hakimi
106
This question is based on "The Life Changer" novel.
_____ was always on the first row during prayer at his office.
Απάντηση
(D)
Talle
107
From the list of words letter 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.
Eating fresh fruits and vegetables is beneficial to one's health while eating processed foods is ......
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(D)
harmful
108
Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The stadium had a capacity crowd in spite of the weather.
Απάντηση
(B)
The crowd defied the weather to fill the stadium
109
Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The conference is biennial.
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(B)
The conference is held once every other year
110
Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
Only two ministers survived the recent cabinet reshuffle.
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(C)
In recent changes in government, all but two ministers were sacked
111
In this question, choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
The proprietor of our school with his administrator ------------ expected yesterday.
Απάντηση
(C)
was
112
Choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s)
In Nigeria, it is a crime to plagiarize someone else's work.
Απάντηση
(B)
pirate
113
He started his career as an ........ teacher
Απάντηση
(D)
auxiliary
114
Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
What I told you is the gospel truth. This means that the information is
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(D)
completely true
115
Choose the option that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined
casualty
