Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
The measures that were introduced to accelerate the process of national development have in actual fact ...it
Odpowiedź
(B)
retarded
2
Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
I thought that the comments made by the secretary were quite innocuous but the chairman considered them.....
Odpowiedź
(E)
harmful
3
Instruction. Choose the word most suitable for the sentence.
The .....of the few rich in our society contrasts with the poverty of the masses.
Odpowiedź
(D)
affluence
4
Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
Bola was vocal in protesting against the high-handedness of the police unlike Sola who was ....
Odpowiedź
(A)
mute
5
Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
The rather insignificant effort he made yielded ....results
Odpowiedź
(E)
tremendous
6
Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
Ibrahim's flamboyant lifestyle contrasts sharply with Aminu's ....attitude.
Odpowiedź
(A)
austered
7
Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
The young man was advised to be ....and not rigid on critical Issues if he wanted to make a good career in politics.
Odpowiedź
(D)
flexible
8
Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
At the end of the crisis, the leaders declared that there was neither victor nor.....
Odpowiedź
(C)
vanquished
9
Instruction. Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.
Rather than show remorse for his offense, he remained......
Odpowiedź
(E)
unrepentant
10
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
Many people died in the ...accident
Odpowiedź
(E)
fatal
11
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
Despite all our pleas, the manager remained.... in his refusal of our request.
Odpowiedź
(C)
adamant
12
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
Poor feeding causes .....in children.
Odpowiedź
(E)
malnutrition
13
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
The shrill voice of the actor....across the hall.
Odpowiedź
(B)
reverberated
14
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
It is a ... that the more you look, the less you see.
Odpowiedź
(D)
paradox
15
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
The meeting was...indefinitely to reconvene at a later date.
Odpowiedź
(E)
postponed
16
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
Femi has a...appetite.
Odpowiedź
(E)
voracious
17
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes the sentence.
His appointment was....because of the irregularities discovered in his credentials.
Odpowiedź
(A)
cancelled
18
After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
The peace meeting nipped the crisis in the bud. This means that
Odpowiedź
(A)
the crisis was averted
19
After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
Ugonna passed his examinations with flying colours. This means Ugonna
Odpowiedź
(A)
did very well
20
After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
Emeka had a field day at the dancing competition. This means that Emeka
Odpowiedź
(C)
triumphed in all aspects of the competition
21
After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
Femi's plans amount to building castles in the air. This means that Feml's plans are
Odpowiedź
(D)
unrealizable
22
After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
The appearance which the famous actor made last month was his swan song. This means that
Odpowiedź
(C)
the play was the actor's last appearance before the died
23
After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.
Akpan does not let grass grow under his feet. This means that Akpan
Odpowiedź
(A)
does not waste time in doing things
24
From the words or group of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined words as used in the sentence.
Edet will have to face the consequences of his rash action.
Odpowiedź
(A)
results
25
From the words or group of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined words as used in the sentence.
You will incur your father's wrath if you do that.
Odpowiedź
(C)
anger
26
From the words or group of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined words as used in the sentence.
I have implicit confidence in Abass' ability to win the race.
Odpowiedź
(B)
absolute
27
From the words or group of words lettered A to E below the sentence, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined words as used in the sentence.
The points he made are germane to the argument.
Odpowiedź
(E)
relevant
28
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
He preferred travelling by road....travelling by air.
Odpowiedź
(A)
to
29
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
The police are...the trail of the suspect.
Odpowiedź
(B)
on
30
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
.............candidates passed in English Language than in Mathematics.
Odpowiedź
(C)
More
31
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Alhaji Musa owns fifty....
Odpowiedź
(D)
heads of cattle
32
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Ameh....to school nowadays.
Odpowiedź
(C)
walks
33
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
He......say it to my face that I did that.
Odpowiedź
(B)
dare not
34
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
One of his greatest achievements...the restoration of order and stability to the company.
Odpowiedź
(A)
was
35
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
If I had heard this earlier, I ....given him the job.
Odpowiedź
(A)
would not have
36
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Mr. Smith had worked here before leaving for the U.K....?
Odpowiedź
(B)
isn't it
37
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Who saw the accused...the purse from the complainant's handbag?
Odpowiedź
(A)
take
38
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
..........bring a letter of authority before he can collect the money?
Odpowiedź
(B)
Need he
39
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Surely, he ....come in person if he doesn't want to !
Odpowiedź
(A)
needs not
40
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Fortunately my father..........the scene before the explosion occurred.
Odpowiedź
(C)
had just left
41
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
The rainstorm did a lot of.......to the houses and trees in the area.
Odpowiedź
(C)
damage
42
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
You are not allowed to carry.....on this flight.
Odpowiedź
(A)
much luggage
43
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
It is no longer easy for graduates to secure.......
Odpowiedź
(C)
employment
44
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
If you would listen, I could give you............
Odpowiedź
(D)
valuable advice
45
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
That load is......heavy for a child of his age to carry.
Odpowiedź
(D)
too
46
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Tunji was..............hungry that he ate the food meant for his three sisters
Odpowiedź
(A)
so
47
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
On my way to the post office,I ..........my classmate.
Odpowiedź
(A)
stopped to greet
48
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
The celebrations were rounded ....... with a novelty match.
Odpowiedź
(A)
off
49
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
As fresh fruits are scarce in the dry season, we had to.............tinned fruits.
Odpowiedź
(A)
make do with
50
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
They are.....new employees at the headquarters of the factory.
Odpowiedź
(C)
taking on
51
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
We all look forward to ........ ourselves at the party.
Odpowiedź
(D)
enjoying
52
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
The messenger .....home until his boss leaves.
Odpowiedź
(B)
dare not go
53
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Sherifat did not behave.....her parents' wishes.
Odpowiedź
(D)
in accordance with
54
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Are you keen...........joining me in this venture?
Odpowiedź
(C)
on
55
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Do you notice John and Comfort glancing at .....?
Odpowiedź
(C)
each other
56
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Do you notice John and Comfort glancing at ...?
Odpowiedź
(C)
each other
57
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
The corrupt bank manager was arrested and convicted..........
Odpowiedź
(C)
in the long run
58
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
I cannot travel in an open car because I am allergic......dust
Odpowiedź
(B)
to
59
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
If you keep trying, you'll succeed...........the end.
Odpowiedź
(D)
in
60
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
For our Sunday lunch. Mother always cooked a .......
Odpowiedź
(A)
large pot of thick,spicy groundnut soup
61
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Don't believe all.............he had told you.
Odpowiedź
(C)
that
62
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
He succeeded ....the odds he faced.
Odpowiedź
(B)
despite
63
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes the sentence.
Please let me have.........salt in my soup.
Odpowiedź
(A)
a little
64
In question numbered 66 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
Odpowiedź
(E)
harmful
65
In question numbered 67 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
Odpowiedź
(A)
produce
66
In question numbered 68 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
Odpowiedź
(E)
pollinating
67
In question numbered 69 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
Odpowiedź
(C)
traditional
68
In question numbered 70 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
Odpowiedź
(C)
hive
69
In question numbered 71 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
Odpowiedź
(D)
fire
70
In question numbered 72 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
Odpowiedź
(A)
exceptionally
71
In question numbered 73 above, choose the best option from letters A - E that best completes the gap.
Odpowiedź
(D)
nectar
72
From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word. Splash
Odpowiedź
(C)
boss
73
From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word. Charisma
Odpowiedź
(B)
caricature
74
From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
Mate
Odpowiedź
(C)
eight
75
From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
Work
Odpowiedź
(A)
girl
76
From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word. Those
Odpowiedź
(B)
this
77
From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
Child
Odpowiedź
(D)
buy
78
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has a similar sound to the underlined sound in the given word.
Gear
Odpowiedź
(A)
jeer
79
From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word. Gnash
Odpowiedź
(C)
nap
80
From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
Dog
Odpowiedź
(A)
don
81
From the words lettered A to D,choose the word that has a similar sound with the underlined sound in the given word.
Pool
Odpowiedź
(C)
move
82
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
Cause
Odpowiedź
(B)
pause
83
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
Blood
Odpowiedź
(C)
flood
84
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
Head
Odpowiedź
(A)
said
85
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
Brother
Odpowiedź
(B)
broader
86
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
Quicken
Odpowiedź
(D)
chicken
87
In the question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the stressed syllable in capital letters.
From the words lettered A to D Choose the one that has the correct stress.
agriculture
Odpowiedź
(B)
Agriculture
88
In the question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the stressed syllable in capital letters.
From the words lettered A to D Choose the one that has the correct stress.
economics
Odpowiedź
(D)
ecoNOmics
89
In the question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the stressed syllable in capital letters.
From the words lettered A to D Choose the one that has the correct stress.
democracy
Odpowiedź
(C)
deMOcracy
90
In the question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the stressed syllable in capital letters.
From the words lettered A to D Choose the one that has the correct stress.
democracy
