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 guest should not make derogatory remarks about what he is offered by his host but __________ statements.
Відповідь
(D)
complimentary
2
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 audience applauded the last speaker, but the first was
Відповідь
(A)
booed
3
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 commander said that raw recruits could not dislodge the enemies: he needed______ men.
Відповідь
(A)
skilled
4
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.
John gave a fictitious account of the incident but his son's account was_______
Відповідь
(C)
factual
5
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 the refuse dump smelled fetid, the orchard exuded a_______Smell.
Відповідь
(A)
fragrant
6
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.
Only some of the accused were acquitted: the rest were________
Відповідь
(B)
convicted
7
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 principal chastised Ben for his use of coarse language and advised him to emulate his sister's ________ behaviour.
Відповідь
(C)
refined
8
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 would have been my pleasure to accept your invitation but I have to ________ it because of a previous engagement.
Відповідь
(D)
decline
9
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.
Older people are expected to be ________ where youths are green.
Відповідь
(A)
experienced
10
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 accidentally stepped on my brother but he told Mummy I did it ________
Відповідь
(C)
deliberately
11
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The runner was_________ at fifteen seconds at the end of the race.
Відповідь
(B)
timed
12
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The appellate court has ________ the decision of the lower court.
Відповідь
(B)
nullified
13
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The defeated boxer left the ring looking extremely_________
Відповідь
(D)
dejected
14
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
There is an election _________ pending against the senator.
Відповідь
(C)
petition
15
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The manager was not in when Addo called, so he left his ________ card.
Відповідь
(B)
complimentary
16
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Coming from the kitchen was the sweet ________ of Mummy's soup.
Відповідь
(A)
aroma
17
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
There is a need to raise teachers' salary in order to boost their_______
Відповідь
(D)
morale
18
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The librarian has not entered the new books in the__________
Відповідь
(A)
catalogue
19
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The textbook is very costly; I cannot_________ it to my students.
Відповідь
(D)
recommend
20
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The weather is too hot; I need some water to________ my thirst.
Відповідь
(B)
quench
21
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
My grandmother once told me that old habits die hard. This means that old habits are
Відповідь
(B)
difficult to change
22
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
If you ask him to sing, he will do it at the drop of a hat. This means that he will sing
Відповідь
(C)
immediately
23
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The man has lost a lot and he only keeps up appearances by driving a big car. This means that the man
Відповідь
(B)
pretends that all is well
24
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The game was tough but our team lost by a whisker. This means that our team lost by
Відповідь
(D)
a narrow margin
25
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
When the result was announced, it was discovered that Bimbo and Pam were neck and neck. This means that Bimbo and Pam
Відповідь
(A)
had almost the same result
26
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The old woman 's birthday was marked by her children with pomp. This means that the birthday was
Відповідь
(A)
greatly celebrated
27
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
When the man was accused of stealing the money, nobody raised an eyebrow. This means that nobody was
Відповідь
(D)
surprised
28
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
People do not often rely on men who allow their exalted position to go to their head. This means that people shun those who
Відповідь
(B)
are conceited because of their position
29
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The manager hit the roof when he was presented with the estimate for the new project. This means that the manager
Відповідь
(B)
became very angry
30
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
When he received the news that he had lost the election, he did not bat an eyelid. This means that he
Відповідь
(D)
showed no feelings
31
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The boy was reluctant to carry out the order of his senior
Відповідь
(D)
unwilling
32
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Dr. Azeez declined the offer to chair the meeting.
Відповідь
(C)
refused
33
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The match came to an abrupt end when the rain started.
Відповідь
(D)
sudden
34
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The boy came through the window as stealthily as he could.
Відповідь
(A)
quietly
35
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Bimbo was satisfied with the result she got.
Відповідь
(C)
contented
36
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
It is absurd that people find it difficult to be honest
Відповідь
(B)
abnormal
37
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Even a mediocre student can pass that test.
Відповідь
(C)
average
38
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
We called the carpenter to repair the broken door.
Відповідь
(D)
mend
39
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Mrs. Okpala gave the drunk a contemptuous look.
Відповідь
(D)
scornful
40
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The Vice-Chancellor's speech at the occasion was misconstrued.
Відповідь
(C)
misunderstood
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.
The soldiers lay_______the town to arrest the terrorists.
Відповідь
(B)
siege to
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.
Power has not been restored_________many parts of the town.
Відповідь
(A)
to
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.
We got to the hall after the płay________started.
Відповідь
(C)
had
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 woman said the maid should________all the plates before going to bed.
Відповідь
(C)
wash off
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.
John, would you mind lifting the box?_______
Відповідь
(B)
No, i wouldn't
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.
It was a long poem, but Rasheed learnt it________
Відповідь
(C)
by heart
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.
Let's begin all over again,_________
Відповідь
(B)
shall we
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.
Something must be wrong with the school driver, he is _________today.
Відповідь
(C)
driving rather carelessly
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.
What I admire about our football team is that they love________
Відповідь
(B)
one another
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.
This is the teacher_______told me the answer.
Відповідь
(B)
who i said
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.
Mary shouldn't have disobeyed the teacher,_________?
Відповідь
(A)
should she
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.
She wondered if the water was not_________hot for drinking.
Відповідь
(D)
too
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 told him not to play_______fire.
Відповідь
(B)
with
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 enjoyed ourselves________much at the party.
Відповідь
(D)
very
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.
You will need to commit the formula________memory.
Відповідь
(A)
to
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.
The ushers told the people to_________their shoes before they enter the hall.
Відповідь
(C)
take off
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.
That book is neither_________
Відповідь
(C)
his nor yours
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 boy vomited a lot on the journey, doctor told us he suffered from________
Відповідь
(A)
travel sickness
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 man gave the girl a_________ fountain pen.
Відповідь
(D)
new small blue
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 realized that i________you before.
Відповідь
(A)
had met
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.
The boy had been warned not to_________the money given to him.
Відповідь
(D)
lose
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.
The police officer was sacked because he gave_________the command's secret.
Відповідь
(C)
away
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.
He bought a new set of_________television.
Відповідь
(B)
colour
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.
The newspaper reported that________everybody died in the accident.
Відповідь
(B)
almost
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.
He isn't coming here,_________?
Відповідь
(A)
is he
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.
__________ are often quite caring.
Відповідь
(D)
mothers-in-law
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.
A spoilt child is usually prone________laziness.
Відповідь
(A)
to
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.
We do not accept the punishment__________the boy.
Відповідь
(C)
meted out to
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.
The team practised intensely for weeks before the match________it lost.
Відповідь
(C)
yet
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.
You cannot come between my sister and________
Відповідь
(B)
me
71
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....71.....] above
Відповідь
(B)
carelessness
72
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....72.....] above
Відповідь
(B)
roadworthy
73
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....73.....] above
Відповідь
(D)
inspected
74
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....74.....] above
Відповідь
(C)
licence
75
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....75.....] above
Відповідь
(B)
instructors
76
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....76.....] above
Відповідь
(A)
certified
77
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....77.....] above
Відповідь
(A)
permit
78
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....78.....] above
Відповідь
(B)
traffic
79
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....79.....] above
Відповідь
(D)
limit
80
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap labelled [....80.....] above
Відповідь
(D)
carnage
81
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
Womb
Відповідь
(B)
fool
82
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
Dirt
Відповідь
(B)
worth
83
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
Worst
Відповідь
(D)
worship
84
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
hall
Відповідь
(A)
shortage
85
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
pit
Відповідь
(C)
hatred
86
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
paint
Відповідь
(D)
late
87
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
canoe
Відповідь
(A)
truce
88
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
fatal
Відповідь
(D)
bail
89
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
jeopardy
Відповідь
(A)
check
90
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
stuff
Відповідь
(C)
tough
91
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
bear
Відповідь
(C)
fare
92
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
boil
Відповідь
(A)
coy
93
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
man
Відповідь
(B)
slash
94
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
heart
Відповідь
(C)
star
95
choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
fault
Відповідь
(A)
brought
96
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
girl
Відповідь
(D)
examine
97
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
height
Відповідь
(A)
house
98
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
pine
Відповідь
(B)
push
99
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
most
Відповідь
(A)
sniffed
100
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
zoo
Відповідь
(C)
days
101
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
bath
Відповідь
(D)
thigh
102
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
band
Відповідь
(D)
dream
103
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
archive
Відповідь
(C)
chimera
104
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
swine
Відповідь
(A)
one
105
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
base
Відповідь
(C)
lace
106
Choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
wept
Відповідь
(C)
slapped
107
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
card
Відповідь
(D)
maiden
108
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
fetch
Відповідь
(B)
tough
109
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
arrest
Відповідь
(C)
rule
110
choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as ihe one represented by the leter(s) underlined.
writes
Відповідь
(B)
costs
111
choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
suite
Відповідь
(C)
sweet
112
choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
incite
Відповідь
(C)
excite
113
choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
flood
Відповідь
(B)
cud
114
choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
receipt
Відповідь
(C)
deceit
115
choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
firm
Відповідь
(B)
worm
116
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
overwhelming
Відповідь
(C)
o-ver-WHELM-ing
117
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
melancholy
Відповідь
(A)
MEL-an-chol-y
118
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
inflammation
Відповідь
(C)
in-flam-Ma-tion
119
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
calculation
Відповідь
(C)
cal-cu-LA-tion
120
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
economic
Відповідь
(C)
ec-o-NOM-ic
121
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Відповідь
(D)
legal
122
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Відповідь
(A)
despite
123
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Відповідь
(D)
cigar
124
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Відповідь
(A)
colleague
125
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except one have the same stress pattern. Identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Відповідь
(D)
continue
126
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.
The man BROUGHT the newspaper.
Відповідь
(D)
Did the man read the newspaper?
127
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.
The woman wants MY car.
Відповідь
(C)
Does the woman want his car?
128
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.
The president SPOKE to the press yesterday.
Відповідь
(C)
Did the president wave to the press yesterday?
129
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.
Comfort prepared a DELICIOUS meal.
Відповідь
(B)
Did Comfort prepare a tasteless meal?
130
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.
OUR Mathematics teacher has been transferred.
Відповідь
(A)
Has their Mathematics teacher been transferred?
131
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ai/
Відповідь
(B)
ice
132
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/æl
Відповідь
(A)
bag
133
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/d/
Відповідь
(D)
bride
134
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/e/
Відповідь
(D)
heaven
135
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
