In each of the following sentences, 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 officer was expected to be.....by his boss, but he was censured.
Answer
(B)
praised
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In each of the following sentences, 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 honour that was conferred on the general has been....
Answer
(A)
withdrawn
3
In each of the following sentences, 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 modest young man was rewarded while his....brother was punished
Answer
(C)
conceited
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In each of the following sentences, 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
Young people are known for their....which contrast with the composure of adults
Answer
(B)
instability
5
In each of the following sentences, 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
It is a fact that pride is a less admirable quality than....
Answer
(A)
humility
6
In each of the following sentences, 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
It is obvious that many people many people prefer affluence to....
Answer
(D)
poverty
7
In each of the following sentences, 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
While some workers felt that the term were amicable; others thought that they were....
Answer
(D)
hostile
8
In each of the following sentences, 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
Now that the people of this community are living in comfort, i dont think they will want to go back to their days of....
Answer
(B)
hardship
9
In each of the following sentences, 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
False withness castigate rather than....the accused
Answer
(D)
exonerate
10
In each of the following sentences, 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 some teachers dissuade students from studying Mathematics, but others...them
Answer
(A)
motivate
11
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
After assuring the authorities that he would not escape, the prisoner was released on...
Answer
(C)
parole
12
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
A judge is required to....justice fairly.
Answer
(B)
dispense
13
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
The disease was....by the doctors as pneumonia.
Answer
(A)
diagnosed
14
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
The court granted an....against the eviction of the tenants.
Answer
(B)
injunction
15
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
He was given a certificate of....in English.
Answer
(C)
proficiency
16
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
The...years of a child's life mould his character
Answer
(D)
formative
17
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
Public money should be used only for ............. purposes.
Answer
(A)
legitimate
18
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
The truth of the evidence is...
Answer
(B)
irrefutable
19
From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
As a millionaire he lives in ...
Answer
(B)
affluence
20
After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
On hearing the news, he flew off the handle. This means that he
Answer
(D)
became very angry
21
After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
John's money was barely enough to keep the wolf away from the door. This means that
Answer
(C)
the situation was just desperate
22
After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
He was given the boot by the chairman. This mean that he was
Answer
(C)
sacked
23
After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
Since he left home, he has been trying to find his feet. This means that he
Answer
(D)
has been trying to get used to his new situation
24
After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
He finds it difficult to put out with her attitude. This means that he finds it difficult to
Answer
(A)
tolerate her behaviour
25
After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
The government troop extended the olive branch to the rebels. This means that the government troops
Answer
(C)
were ready for peace
26
After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
At the last minute, he had cold feet. This means that he
Answer
(B)
became nervous
27
After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
He was advised to pull himself together. This means that he was advised to
Answer
(C)
control himself
28
After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
He was sad to learn that his friend had gone around the bend. This means that his friend has
Answer
(B)
gone mad
29
After each of the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence
The young man quickly paid his debt to save his face. This means that the young man
Answer
(A)
wanted to avoid disgrace
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.
Modou is endowed with a great potential.
Answer
(C)
gifted
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.
Collaboration is essential to success of the team
Answer
(B)
indespensable
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.
I really wish to assure you that we now have a reliable leader.
Answer
(A)
Dependable
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.
Children often behave badly out of ignorance
Answer
(B)
inexperience
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.
This is a chance of a life time
Answer
(C)
an opportuinity
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.
She lived a virtuous life
Answer
(D)
righteous
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.
Olu insisted on his freedom to choose his career.
Answer
(D)
right
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.
Hindering justice may earn you a fine
Answer
(A)
impeding
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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 professor's explanation of the point was very lucid
Answer
(B)
clear
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.
The luminous hands of the clock attracted the baby
Answer
(A)
bright
40
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
That utterance is quit unlike you, please,come.....it
Answer
(C)
off
41
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
If i...enough money, i would buy a car.
Answer
(A)
had
42
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He should take.....the appointment next week.
Answer
(B)
up
43
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
In trying to escape, the thief ran......the police.
Answer
(C)
into
44
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I have always counted.....his friendship.
Answer
(D)
on
45
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The caller was told to.....the line
Answer
(C)
hold on
46
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The coach.....him to have scored a goal
Answer
(B)
expected
47
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
After eating all the mangoes, he shouldn't complain of stomach,......
Answer
(C)
should he
48
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Mary did her best.....failed to reach the pass mark
Answer
(A)
but
49
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The authorities have shown no sign of giving.....to their demands.
Answer
(D)
in
50
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
We must hurry now for there is not.....time left
Answer
(B)
much
51
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Those properties are...sale
Answer
(A)
up for
52
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I have always preffered unripe plantain....yam
Answer
(A)
to
53
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Give it to Aminata, it is.....
Answer
(D)
hers
54
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Please, dont speak evil...the dead
Answer
(B)
of
55
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
My brother was about...his house when i arrived
Answer
(C)
to leave
56
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Neither Jack nor Jill....there yesterday
Answer
(D)
was
57
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I have ....completed the task.
Answer
(B)
more or less
58
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
After two hours of continuous work, the group broke.....lunch.
Answer
(C)
for
59
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He finally hit.......the idea of travelling abroad
Answer
(C)
on
60
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The standard of education has gone.....
Answer
(D)
up
61
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The council appointed a.....committee to look into the matter.
Answer
(C)
five man
62
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
After the quarrel. he made it.....to his friend.
Answer
(D)
up
63
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The task is ..... for us to undertake.
Answer
(A)
much too difficult
64
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I will always stand ......him
Answer
(A)
by
65
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
We arrived just....time for the grand opening.
Answer
(D)
in
66
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Bakary can lift this heavy log,....?
Answer
(B)
can't he
67
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The president's speech......yesterday at 8.00 p.m.
Answer
(E)
was broadcast
68
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
It is such a bad place ..... i will never dream of going there again
Answer
(B)
therefore
69
From the words or groups of words lettered A to D, choose the words or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
We will leave... you are ready
Answer
(B)
whenever
70
In the passage above the number 70 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap.
Answer
(B)
tracksuit
71
In the passage above the number 71 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap
Answer
(C)
jog
72
In the passage above the number 72 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap
Answer
(B)
rope
73
In the passage above the number 73 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap
Answer
(B)
sessions
74
In the passage above the number 74 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap
Answer
(D)
gymnasuim
75
In the passage above the number 75 indicates a missing word. Four options are given in a column lettered A to D, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the gap
