In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
At first we found life in the town very exciting but soon it became rather..............
Answer
(D)
boring
2
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
When we were busy discussing weighty matters, James introduced a .........issue.
Answer
(D)
trivial
3
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
By working hard, Benjamin outshone his elder brother instead of being...............
Answer
(A)
overshadowed
4
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
The delegates found it better to resort to consultation rather than...............
Answer
(B)
confrontation
5
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
This house which was sealed off years ago has now been................
Answer
(A)
re-opened
6
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
The government has decided that,from next year military service will no longer be compulsory: it will be........................
Answer
(B)
optional
7
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences. Co-operating with teachers promotes learning, it does not help to be........................
Answer
(B)
confrontational
8
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
Only two months after the honour was conferred on the Minister, his dishonesty made the Head of State ...................it.
Answer
(C)
revoke
9
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
Despite all my attempts to refute the charges against me, my sister tried to............them
Answer
(D)
maintain
10
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
The government's efforts to improve the economy of the country rather...............it
Answer
(D)
worsened
11
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
I really like working in that office; I found the..........very friendly.
Answer
(B)
atmosphere
12
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Our teacher's main aim was to ..................us with his good work
Answer
(B)
influence
13
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Problems in the city have multiplied with the ...........of people from the rural areas
Answer
(B)
influx
14
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
It was so hot in the house that the boys rushed to the beach to enjoy the............
Answer
(C)
breeze
15
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The thief ran so fast that my attempt to get him was in......
Answer
(D)
vain
16
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The hungry refugees had to queue for their.............`
Answer
(C)
supplies
17
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
This land is very dry; we have to.....................the plants
Answer
(D)
water
18
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
It is not right for you to insult your parents; you will just.............trouble for yourself.
Answer
(C)
create
19
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The meeting of the warring factions ended on a ..............note
Answer
(C)
conciliatory
20
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
We cannot tell which of the historian's ............is true.
Answer
(B)
versions
21
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Now that Michael has become rich, Nancy has begun to make much of him. This means that Nancy
Answer
(A)
now values Michael
22
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
We wanted to arrive early so we decided to leave at 10 0'clock at the latest. This means that we
Answer
(B)
should not leave later than 10 0'clock
23
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
My brother's drunkenness often got on my nerves. This means that my brother's drunkenness
Answer
(C)
made me angry
24
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The first time Paul met Ngozi, her beauty caught his eye. This means that
Answer
(C)
Ngozi attracted Paul
25
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Mr. Juma kept his class on their toes so that they might not fail the examination. This means that Mr. Juma made his pupils
Answer
(A)
work very hard to pass
26
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The President did everything he could not to lose face with Parliament. This means that President tried to
Answer
(C)
win the respect of the people
27
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Drought, for the first time, brought the poor farmers face-to-face with famine. This means that the farmers had never
Answer
(B)
thought the season would be dry
28
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
You can be sure that Sule will hold his dispute. This means that Sule will
Answer
(C)
maintain that his opinion is right
29
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The captain must have been really ill to ask the coach not to include him in the team. This means that the
Answer
(D)
captain requested to be dropped from the team
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 the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
It was callous of you to have turned down the poor man's request.
Answer
(A)
heartless
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.
After the long walk, the travellers suddenly saw light blazing ahead.
Answer
(B)
shining
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.
John said nothing during the meeting; he just sat there fuming
Answer
(D)
angry
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.
The employees hated him because he often abused his authority.
Answer
(C)
misapplied
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.
The Minister abridged his speech since he had to leave early.
Answer
(A)
shortened
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.
For rescuing the boy, the policewoman was promoted for her gallantry
Answer
(B)
bravery
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.
Nora's goal was to become a doctor.
Answer
(C)
ambition
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.
Our staff was very proud when the school clinched all the prizes
Answer
(B)
won
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.
Mamie complains that her husband often relegates her to the position of a housemaid.
Answer
(D)
reduces
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 is no vacancy, so the company no longer recruits staff.
Answer
(B)
opening
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.
The police are committed to...........safety of citizens.
Answer
(C)
ensuring
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.
No sooner had the thief seen the policemen..............he escaped.
Answer
(D)
than
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.
Our teacher kept us kneeling...........the whole period.
Answer
(B)
for
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.
I know you now; I..........that you could be trusted
Answer
(C)
had thought
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.
The chief, together with his elders..........welcomed to the durbar
Answer
(A)
was
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.
Our car broke down so we had to go...........foot.
Answer
(C)
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.
Funke's mother prefers Jane............Ama
Answer
(D)
to
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.
You haven't shown any interest............providing for yourself
Answer
(C)
in
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.
All workers are expected to be answerable ................their bosses
Answer
(B)
to
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.
The hall was virtually empty; we had expected one hundred people at the very..........
Answer
(C)
least
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.
We did not have enough room so daddy turned the garage...........an additional bedroom
Answer
(D)
to
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 was looking forward to...........from you
Answer
(D)
hearing
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.
Most governments sink large sums of money.............developing their countries.
Answer
(B)
into
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.
It was on Wednesday that we met in Accra.............?
Answer
(A)
wasn't it
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.
We have waited for too long; its high time we..........
Answer
(C)
left
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.
I don't believe Banjul is far from here; it must be ten kilometers,...................
Answer
(B)
more or less
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 should not blame me ; it is no fault of..............
Answer
(D)
mine
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.
Our mother asked wether we..........our meal
Answer
(C)
have had
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.
The coffee is still bitter; you have not added..........sugar
Answer
(C)
enough
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 haven't seen them for a long time;..............?
Answer
(A)
have you
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.
.............taxes is a civic responsibility
Answer
(D)
Paying
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.
John and James are good friends; they are very fond of............
Answer
(B)
each other
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.
No wonder Pabi is now in the national team; he............very well since his youth.
Answer
(C)
has been playing
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.
You may hate Mathematics but you must stick............ it if you intend to study Physics
Answer
(B)
to
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.
I never knew I could be so fast...........I entered the competition.
Answer
(D)
until
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 students are complaining ............management's high-handedness
Answer
(C)
about
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 aunt said that she would not buy me...........of those two books for school
Answer
(B)
either
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.
My aunt said that she would not buy me...........of those two books for school.
Answer
(B)
either
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 am quite sure that I did not see............in the classroom last night
Answer
(B)
anyone
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 pointed to an object in the sky, but they............it
Answer
(D)
couldn't see
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.
.............average, 1000 vehicles cross this bridge daily
Answer
(B)
on
71
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.
A dictator often lives..............fear of assassination
Answer
(A)
in
72
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.
Jumai lives in a small street............Murtala Muhammed Way
Answer
(B)
off
73
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 impressed..............him the necessity of his going overseas.
Answer
(B)
upon
74
In question numbered 74 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(D)
tune in
75
In question numbered 75 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(B)
bulletin
76
In question numbered 75 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(B)
bulletin
77
In question numbered 76 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(B)
programmes
78
In question numbered 77 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(C)
public
79
In question numbered 78 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(A)
microphone
80
In question numbered 749 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(D)
send in
81
In question numbered 80 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(D)
requests
82
In question numbered 81 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(C)
wave-bands
83
In question numbered 82 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(A)
aerial
84
In question numbered 83pick off above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(B)
pick up
85
In question numbered 84 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(B)
stations
86
In question numbered 85 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(C)
transmitted
87
In question numbered 86 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(D)
watched
88
In question numbered 87 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(A)
accommodation
89
In question numbered 88 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(C)
compatible
90
In question numbered 89 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(D)
marry
91
In question numbered 90 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(A)
introduced
92
In question numbered 91 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(B)
engaged
93
In question numbered 92 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(B)
fiancee
94
In question numbered 93 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(D)
wedding
95
In question numbered 94 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(B)
praying
96
In question numbered 95 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(C)
couple
97
In question numbered 96 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(C)
loving
98
In question numbered 97 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(C)
divorce
99
In question numbered 98 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
Answer
(B)
reception
100
In question numbered 99 above, choose the best option from letters A - D that best completes the gap.
