In the following sentence, there is an 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.
Binetou's inquisitiveness is in sharp contrast with her sister's
Απάντηση
(A)
indifference
2
In the following sentence, there is an 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.
Though at first it appeared an insignificant idea, it turned out to be quite _________
Απάντηση
(C)
remarkable
3
In the following sentence, there is an 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.
After grasping the fundamental aspects of his job, Kwesi had to cope with more ________ procedures.
Απάντηση
(A)
advanced
4
In the following sentence, there is an 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 youth prefer discussing contemporary issues to ______ ones.
Απάντηση
(A)
archaic
5
In the following sentence, there is an 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.
As erroneous as it might sound, the Headmaster's assumption was quite _______
Απάντηση
(B)
correct
6
In the following sentence, there is an 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.
Halima likes to dwell on trivial, rather than _______ matters.
Απάντηση
(C)
weighty
7
In the following sentence, there is an 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.
We all know that Bola is insolent whereas Ade is ________
Απάντηση
(B)
respectful
8
In the following sentence, there is an 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.
A few days after Musa's _______, his sister longed for his departure.
Απάντηση
(C)
arrival
9
In the following sentence, there is an 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.
Algebra seems complicated, but with practice it becomes ________
Απάντηση
(B)
simple
10
In the following sentence, there is an 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.
Mrs. Agide is unassuming whereas her twin sister is ________
Απάντηση
(B)
boastful
11
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
At Christmas, employees of the Sugar Factory receive huge ________
Απάντηση
(C)
bonuses
12
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The exposed milk in the container has turned _______
Απάντηση
(A)
sour
13
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Not all activists champion ________ causes.
Απάντηση
(A)
worthy
14
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The Mayor gave a glowing ________ at the funeral of the city's only curator.
Απάντηση
(C)
tribute
15
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
At the end of the _______. the National Anthem is played on our radio station.
Απάντηση
(D)
transmission
16
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The defence counsel was unable to convince the ______ of John's innocence.
Απάντηση
(D)
jury
17
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Unfortunately, corruption is the _______ of most African countries.
Απάντηση
(B)
bane
18
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The _______ results proved that the patient had hepatitis.
Απάντηση
(B)
diagnosis
19
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The new book has beautiful _______ which make it attractive.
Απάντηση
(A)
illustrations
20
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Their marriage was finally _____ after years of hostility.
Απάντηση
(C)
broken
21
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Can you imagine Oka behaving as if he has all the knowledge in the world? This means that Oka.
Απάντηση
(A)
does not really know anything
22
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Akin is too full of himself. This means that Akin
Απάντηση
(C)
is too proud
23
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
She slogged her guts out for the examinations. This means that she
Απάντηση
(D)
really worked very hard for the examination
24
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
I admire Modou: very few people can stomach all of Adaeze's insults. This means that Modou
Απάντηση
(A)
tolerated Adaeze's insults
25
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
After months of battling with stroke, he is now a shadow of his former self. This means that he
Απάντηση
(A)
is now frail
26
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Kura, you can't be too careful when dealing with Wang. This means that Kura.
Απάντηση
(C)
has to be very careful in his relationship with Wang
27
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Don't tell me another cock and bull story. This means that the speaker does not want to.
Απάντηση
(D)
be further deceived
28
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Had he confessed much earlier, she would have trusted him. This means that he
Απάντηση
(D)
hadn't confessed earlier on, and wasn't trusted
29
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Kola: You really worked hard to win the case.
Didia: You don't know the half of it. This means that.
Απάντηση
(C)
it was even more difficult than Kola could imagine
30
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Femi is too clever by half. This means that Femi
Απάντηση
(A)
displays his cleverness in an annoying way
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 the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
He was such a brilliant footballer!
Απάντηση
(D)
skillful
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 the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The Politician is a fluent speaker.
Απάντηση
(A)
an eloquent
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 the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Everyone has the urge to succeed in life.
Απάντηση
(B)
desire
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 the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
When he heard the gunshot, he ran into a thick forest.
Απάντηση
(C)
dense
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 the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
That was a timely intervention.
Απάντηση
(C)
prompt
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 the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
David is not only hardworking but also scrupulous.
Απάντηση
(A)
painstaking
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 the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
We really have to be careful because the situation is rather tricky.
Απάντηση
(D)
difficult
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 the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
I think that his essay is impeccable.
Απάντηση
(D)
faultless
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 the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
There has been a marked change in her study habit.
Απάντηση
(A)
significant
40
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 the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
He was directed to write the letter.
Απάντηση
(B)
instructed
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.
Every one of the students _______ to be excited about the excursion.
Απάντηση
(D)
seems
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.
We should assist the poor ________ ?
Απάντηση
(C)
shouldn't we
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.
Either he or you ______ to clean up the mess.
Απάντηση
(B)
have
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.
If Musa had woken up earlier, he ______ breakfast.
Απάντηση
(A)
would not have missed
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.
He would rather appeal the decision _______ defeat.
Απάντηση
(D)
than accept
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 student complained that he ______ the teacher.
Απάντηση
(B)
could not hear
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.
My brother ______ in lagos for the past ten years.
Απάντηση
(D)
has been living
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.
I am totally disappointed _______ such poor grades.
Απάντηση
(B)
with
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.
He is a doctor but he dabbles _______ politics now and then.
Απάντηση
(A)
in
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.
_______ arrived before the manager.
Απάντηση
(A)
Neither he nor I
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.
The evening was rounded _____ with a dance.
Απάντηση
(A)
off
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.
I _______ have done the dishes but i haven't had the time.
Απάντηση
(B)
should
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.
I have heard all _______ you've said
Απάντηση
(C)
that
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.
Life in the city is ________ challenging for the lazy.
Απάντηση
(D)
much too
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.
It is always ________ that gets the blame
Απάντηση
(B)
I
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.
He spends a ______ deal of his time studying.
Απάντηση
(B)
great
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.
I guess he holds _______ sensitive position in the company.
Απάντηση
(C)
some kind of
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 always gives ______ for coming late to school.
Απάντηση
(B)
one excuse or the other
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.
___________ you turn down down the volume of the radio? I am trying to read!
Απάντηση
(B)
will
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.
I know it's a secret, so I _____ tell anyone.
Απάντηση
(B)
shan't
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.
At the last minute, Amidu backed _____ of the plan.
Απάντηση
(C)
out
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.
He ______ be very handsome but i don't like him.
Απάντηση
(C)
might
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.
During her early day in school, she ______ study for hours,
Απάντηση
(A)
would
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 _______ this morning in a dazzling white shirt.
Απάντηση
(D)
turned out
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 police have _________ a warning to all residents of the area.
Απάντηση
(D)
put out
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.
My parents taught me a lot of lessons, most of ______ are difficult to forget.
Απάντηση
(A)
which
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.
Sani ______ on a banana peel and fell down.
Απάντηση
(B)
slid
68
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 look forward to _________ from you.
Απάντηση
(B)
hearing
69
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 have made remarkable progress ______ learning French.
Απάντηση
(C)
in
70
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 beans have not been properly ________
Απάντηση
(B)
ground
71
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 71 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(D)
production
72
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 72 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(C)
risks
73
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 73 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(C)
retailer
74
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 74 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(B)
invest
75
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 75 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(D)
partner
76
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 76 in the passage..
Απάντηση
(C)
attributes
77
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 77 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(A)
skills
78
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 78 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(C)
products
79
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 79 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(A)
controls
80
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 80 in the passage.
Απάντηση
(D)
resources
81
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.
coin
Απάντηση
(A)
toy
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.
blow
Απάντηση
(C)
road
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.
lawyer
Απάντηση
(C)
adapt
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.
decided
Απάντηση
(B)
hid
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.
cup
Απάντηση
(A)
oven
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.
pure
Απάντηση
(A)
sure
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.
how
Απάντηση
(B)
drought
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.
short
Απάντηση
(D)
jaw
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.
stew
Απάντηση
(B)
blue
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.
could
Απάντηση
(C)
pull
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.
league
Απάντηση
(C)
people
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.
high
Απάντηση
(B)
bye
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.
stay
Απάντηση
(B)
rake
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.
burn
Απάντηση
(C)
girl
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.
parse
Απάντηση
(C)
chart
96
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
kin
Απάντηση
(B)
scheme
97
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
same
Απάντηση
(D)
loose
98
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
parent
Απάντηση
(A)
pious
99
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
tax
Απάντηση
(C)
lacks
100
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
zero
Απάντηση
(A)
days
101
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
flame
Απάντηση
(D)
photo
102
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
cheek
Απάντηση
(D)
cheque
103
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
apt
Απάντηση
(B)
taped
104
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
sing
Απάντηση
(D)
kingship
105
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
shadow
Απάντηση
(D)
trash
106
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
wept
Απάντηση
(D)
stopped
107
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
strict
Απάντηση
(C)
inflict
108
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
jump
Απάντηση
(A)
digest
109
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
scratch
Απάντηση
(B)
screen
110
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
think
Απάντηση
(B)
tooth
111
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.
installation
Απάντηση
(C)
in-stal-LA-tion
112
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.
Unwillingness
Απάντηση
(B)
un-WIL-ling-ness
113
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.
circumstances
Απάντηση
(A)
CIR-cum-stan-ces
114
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.
manipulate
Απάντηση
(B)
man-NI-pu-late
115
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.
apologize
Απάντηση
(B)
a-POL-o-gize
116
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)
amplify
117
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)
interest
118
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)
concept
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)
motionless
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
(D)
cartoon
121
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letter. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
AYO asked Mary to come today.
Απάντηση
(A)
Did Chike ask Mary to come?
122
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letter. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Wood is cheap in the South THIS year.
Απάντηση
(D)
Is wood cheap in the south every year?
123
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letter. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
NEW students should pay tuition fees.
Απάντηση
(B)
Should old students pay tuition fees?
124
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letter. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Dad requested the DRIVER to open the door.
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(C)
Did dad request the gardener to open the door?
125
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letter. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Ade's BICYCLE is made of steel.
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(B)
Is Ade's car made of steel?
126
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ ʊ /
Απάντηση
(C)
book
127
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ s /
Απάντηση
(B)
says
128
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ ɔː /
Απάντηση
(B)
law
129
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ b /
Απάντηση
(A)
bugle
130
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
