In the following sentence, 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.
Michael is stingy but his brother is _______
Απάντηση
(A)
generous
2
In the following sentence, 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.
Success is the reward of _________, not indolence.
Απάντηση
(C)
diligence
3
In the following sentence, 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.
I don't know how Yusuf became so proud; his parents have always been ______
Απάντηση
(C)
humble
4
In the following sentence, 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 once unknown musician became _____ in a very short time.
Απάντηση
(A)
popular
5
In the following sentence, 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.
Issa is very much interested in education while his sister in ________
Απάντηση
(B)
indifferent
6
In the following sentence, 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 comment I made at the conference was general; being ______ would have hurt some people.
Απάντηση
(B)
specific
7
In the following sentence, 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.
Buba was purposeful in his serch for a job but Bala was rather _____ about his.
Απάντηση
(D)
casual
8
In the following sentence, 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.
In recent tournaments i have seen amateurs play better than so-called _____
Απάντηση
(D)
professionals
9
In the following sentence, 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.
Giraffes are attractive animals but snakes are _____
Απάντηση
(A)
repulsive
10
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Mr Uche was trying to _____ a list of his debtors
Απάντηση
(D)
compile
11
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
He tried to ______ the housemistress by entering the hostel through the back door.
Απάντηση
(C)
evade
12
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
He gives the____ that he is wealthy but he really isn't.
Απάντηση
(A)
impression
13
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Frank was _____ in the riot because his books were found at the scene.
Απάντηση
(C)
implicated
14
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The insurance company ____ my uncle for the loss of his car.
Απάντηση
(C)
compensated
15
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Before giving his speech, the chairman ____ copies of it to the members of the council.
Απάντηση
(C)
circulated
16
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
We wished to win the tournament but we knew our _____ were slim.
Απάντηση
(D)
chances
17
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
When all the members started arguing, the chairman called the meeting to _______
Απάντηση
(B)
order
18
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The felling of trees contributes to environmental _______
Απάντηση
(C)
degradation
19
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
I had to put up my house as _______ for bank loan,
Απάντηση
(C)
collateral
20
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretaion that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Our mother always warns us against washing our dirty linen in public. This means that she warns us
Απάντηση
(A)
not to discuss private matters in public
21
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretaion that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Let us draw a veil over this matter. This means that we should
Απάντηση
(A)
avoid discussing the matter
22
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretaion that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Children think their parents are behind the times. This means that they think that their parents are
Απάντηση
(C)
old fashioned
23
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretaion that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Ever since that issue came up. I have been sitting on the fence. This means that I have been
Απάντηση
(D)
avoiding stating my opinion
24
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretaion that is most appropriate for the sentence.
You must square up to your problems. This means that you have to
Απάντηση
(A)
deal with your problems effectively
25
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretaion that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Many of us escaped with the skin of our teet during the crisis. This means that we
Απάντηση
(B)
narrowly escaped
26
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretaion that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Peter and Paul get along like a house on fire. This means that they
Απάντηση
(A)
have a very good relationship
27
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretaion that is most appropriate for the sentence.
When Victor's father gave him a new car, he was lost for words. This means that victor
Απάντηση
(C)
was overwhelmed
28
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretaion that is most appropriate for the sentence.
This film is a cut above the others. This means that it is
Απάντηση
(B)
much better than the others.
29
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretaion that is most appropriate for the sentence.
We knew our father was talking tongue in cheek when he spoke of vacation abroad. This means that our father was
Απάντηση
(C)
joking
30
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to underlined word as it used in the sentence.
The accused was asked to retract his statement.
Απάντηση
(B)
withdraw
31
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to underlined word as it used in the sentence.
On the death of her father, friends went to express their condolences.
Απάντηση
(A)
sympathy
32
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to underlined word as it used in the sentence.
The Chume's house caught fire because their little girl had turned on the gas inadvertently.
Απάντηση
(D)
unintentionally
33
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to underlined word as it used in the sentence.
The magnificent structure was erected close to our house
Απάντηση
(B)
splendid
34
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to underlined word as it used in the sentence.
Mediocrity in politics should not be tolerated.
Απάντηση
(B)
encouraged
35
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to underlined word as it used in the sentence.
A group of experts was brought in to verify the authenticity of the evidence.
Απάντηση
(D)
ascertain
36
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to underlined word as it used in the sentence.
Due to the pressure of work, the old man had no alternative but to relinquish his post.
Απάντηση
(C)
give up
37
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to underlined word as it used in the sentence.
The obstinate boy soon met his waterloo when the war broke out.
Απάντηση
(B)
stubborn
38
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to underlined word as it used in the sentence.
The prescribed textbooks are difficult to find in the bookshops.
Απάντηση
(D)
recommended
39
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to underlined word as it used in the sentence.
Our stationery supplies are exhausted.
Απάντηση
(B)
finished
40
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
My sympathies are _____ the victims of the flood.
Απάντηση
(C)
with
41
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Your application for employment _____ at this very moment.
Απάντηση
(C)
is being considered
42
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
______ the court orders, he went ahead to build on that land.
Απάντηση
(A)
In spite of
43
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He almost got _____ with the crime.
Απάντηση
(D)
away
44
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
_______ an accident, the police should be informed immediately.
Απάντηση
(A)
In the event of
45
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
If you don't get off my property, I'll set my dog ___ you.
Απάντηση
(B)
on
46
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The task ____ to them was very difficult.
Απάντηση
(B)
given
47
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Two boys in the art class were doing self-potraits by looking at ____ in the mirror.
Απάντηση
(D)
themselves
48
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Hardly a day passes by _____ him thinking of her.
Απάντηση
(B)
without
49
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Each time he opens his mouth, he _____ something foolish.
Απάντηση
(A)
says
50
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The spectators had endure the heat _____
Απάντηση
(C)
as best they could
51
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
_______ I would love to be at your party, I really can't
Απάντηση
(B)
As much as
52
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The sick man was ____ emaciated that i could hardly recognize him.
Απάντηση
(D)
so
53
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
One of the muggers who snatched the hangbag _____ been arrested by the police.
Απάντηση
(D)
has
54
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
She is not the right candidate for the job _____ ?
Απάντηση
(B)
is she?
55
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
She ______ as a very intelligent person.
Απάντηση
(D)
comes across
56
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
You have to be in school early, ______ ?
Απάντηση
(A)
Don't you
57
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Either he or you _____ to clean up the mess right now.
Απάντηση
(C)
have
58
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He would rather resign _____ part in such a dishonest deal.
Απάντηση
(D)
than take
59
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The farmer, with his sons, ______ millet.
Απάντηση
(A)
grows
60
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The teachers want _______
Απάντηση
(A)
modern, attractive, well-equipped schools
61
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
She suddenly came ____ a lot of money.
Απάντηση
(A)
into
62
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
My mother ______ to my leaving the dishes unwashed last night
Απάντηση
(C)
did not take kindly
63
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The place was quite neat except for ______ on the floor.
Απάντηση
(D)
some dirt
64
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He dabbles _______ politics from time to time
Απάντηση
(A)
in
65
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The shot hit _______
Απάντηση
(D)
neither me nor him
66
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I will do for you ______ you want me to.
Απάντηση
(C)
whatever
67
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The students' week was rounded _____ with a dance.
Απάντηση
(A)
off
68
In the following passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, four options are given in columns lettered A to D. Choose word that is the most suitable to fill 71 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(A)
feeds
69
In the following passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, four options are given in columns lettered A to D. Choose word that is the most suitable to fill 72 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(C)
ridges
70
In the following passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, four options are given in columns lettered A to D. Choose word that is the most suitable to fill 73 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(B)
planted
71
In the following passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, four options are given in columns lettered A to D. Choose word that is the most suitable to fill 74 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(D)
shielding
72
In the following passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, four options are given in columns lettered A to D. Choose word that is the most suitable to fill 75 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(A)
barns
73
In the following passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, four options are given in columns lettered A to D. Choose word that is the most suitable to fill 76 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(D)
vagaries
74
In the following passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, four options are given in columns lettered A to D. Choose word that is the most suitable to fill 77 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(B)
freshest
75
In the following passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, four options are given in columns lettered A to D. Choose word that is the most suitable to fill 78 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(D)
served
76
In the following passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, four options are given in columns lettered A to D. Choose word that is the most suitable to fill 79 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(A)
healthy
77
In the following passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below the passage, four options are given in columns lettered A to D. Choose word that is the most suitable to fill 80 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(C)
bountiful
78
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
bit
Απάντηση
(A)
slip
79
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
believe
Απάντηση
(A)
machine
80
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
heart
Απάντηση
(A)
mark
81
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
ready
Απάντηση
(C)
bet
82
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
rule
Απάντηση
(B)
blue
83
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
occur
Απάντηση
(C)
her
84
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
money
Απάντηση
(B)
cut
85
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
ride
Απάντηση
(A)
buy
86
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
more
Απάντηση
(D)
bought
87
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
hotel
Απάντηση
(C)
role
88
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
maize
Απάντηση
(D)
tray
89
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
coy
Απάντηση
(C)
toil
90
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
coy
Απάντηση
(C)
toil
91
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
bare
Απάντηση
(A)
chair
92
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
down
Απάντηση
(B)
doubt
93
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
sour
Απάντηση
(A)
flower
94
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
bat
Απάντηση
(D)
nimble
95
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
straight
Απάντηση
(C)
struck
96
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
anchor
Απάντηση
(D)
come
97
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
tea
Απάντηση
(B)
antique
98
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
jingle
Απάντηση
(B)
large
99
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
ask
Απάντηση
(C)
scheme
100
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
hind
Απάντηση
(D)
inhale
101
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
smooth
Απάντηση
(D)
then
102
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
scrap
Απάντηση
(A)
palmistry
103
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
sing
Απάντηση
(B)
bank
104
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
tease
Απάντηση
(A)
prison
105
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
exam
Απάντηση
(C)
exhaust
106
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
what
Απάντηση
(D)
where
107
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
patient
Απάντηση
(C)
sachet
108
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) undelined
film
Απάντηση
(A)
bulk
109
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
night
Απάντηση
(A)
bite
110
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
loan
Απάντηση
(D)
bone
111
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
grease
Απάντηση
(C)
fees
112
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
edge
Απάντηση
(C)
pledge
113
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
view
Απάντηση
(B)
cue
114
In the following question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the sylable on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
calculator
Απάντηση
(A)
CAL-cu-la-tor
115
In the following question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the sylable on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
circumstantial
Απάντηση
(C)
cir-cum-STAN-tial
116
In the following question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the sylable on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
institution
Απάντηση
(C)
in-sti-TU-tion
117
In the following question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the sylable on which it occurs in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
indoctrinate
Απάντηση
(B)
in-DOC-tri-nate
118
In the following question, the main/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.
Accidental
Απάντηση
(A)
AC-ci-den-tal
119
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except on have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Απάντηση
(D)
courage
120
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except on have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Απάντηση
(B)
harvest
121
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except on have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern..
Απάντηση
(D)
interesting
122
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except on have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Απάντηση
(A)
wardrobe
123
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except on have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Απάντηση
(C)
implement
124
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Mr. Jones ALWAYS locks the back door.
Απάντηση
(B)
Does Mr. Jones seldom lock the back door?
125
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
ADE is my youngest brother
Απάντηση
(C)
Is Abu my youngest brother?
126
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
There are FOUR baskets in the room.
Απάντηση
(B)
Are there two baskets in the room?
127
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Some students arranged the SEATS.
Απάντηση
(C)
Did some students arrange the books?
128
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
My father will GET home at 5 o'clock
Απάντηση
(B)
Will my father leave home at 5 o'clock?
129
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/i:/
Απάντηση
(A)
eve
130
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol./
/ɔː/
Απάντηση
(C)
bore
131
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/3:/
Απάντηση
(A)
Firm
132
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ʒ/
Απάντηση
(C)
treasure
133
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/j/
Απάντηση
(C)
you
134
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/n/
Απάντηση
(D)
student
135
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
