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 wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
While Mr.Ade is his son is a novice.
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(D)
experienced
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 wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
It is better to use persuasion rather than .... to get witnesses to court.
Відповідь
(B)
coercion
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 wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
The animosity between Fatou and Sheku is shocking, considering the ...... they once shared.
Відповідь
(B)
friendship
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 wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence
. The reckless driver was admonished to be ______
Відповідь
(A)
cautious
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 wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
The old man rebuked the thug and his children .... him for doing so.
Відповідь
(A)
commended
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 wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
All divers were enjoined to obtain genuine and ______ licences.
Відповідь
(C)
fake
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 wil, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
There was agitation for the .......... law on libel to be re-enacted.
Відповідь
(B)
repealed
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.
The two political parties live today in ... after four years of hostility.
Відповідь
(B)
amity
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.
The champions were elated after the tournament while their opponents looked _______
Відповідь
(B)
dejected
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.
That engineer was said to have used inferior than _____ materials in the construction of the collapsed building.
Відповідь
(A)
excellent
11
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
.I could not read what he wrote because his handwriting was_____
Відповідь
(D)
illegible
12
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
When all the items on the agenda had been discussed, the meeting was ______
Відповідь
(C)
adjourned
13
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Occasionally, universities award _____ degrees to outstanding personalities.
Відповідь
(B)
honorary
14
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
His thoughtlessness is simply beyond _____.
Відповідь
(C)
belief
15
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Many doctors have ___ to western countries for better opportunities.
Відповідь
(A)
migrated
16
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The younger brother insisted that he should be a .......... to the account.
Відповідь
(B)
signatory
17
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The military was able to ..... the plan to overthrow the government.
Відповідь
(C)
thwart
18
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
She gave her poem to her teacher to .... for the school magazine.
Відповідь
(B)
edit
19
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Freedom of movement is a ........ right of every citizen.
Відповідь
(B)
fundamental
20
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The governor granted the political prisoners _______
Відповідь
(C)
amnesty
21
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The recruits are under his tutelage. This means that he ______
Відповідь
(B)
trains them
22
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
He listened attentively to her cock-and-bull story. This means that she told
Відповідь
(D)
a lot of folktales
23
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
He has left the country for this good time. This means that he
Відповідь
(A)
will never come back
24
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The bus driver smelt a rat when an unregistered vehicle trailed him for several kilometers. This means that the bus driver
Відповідь
(C)
became suspicious
25
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The newly employed workers were remunerated handsomely. This means that
Відповідь
(C)
the salaries of the new workers were attractive
26
Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The chairman has come under fire over this project. This means that the chairman has been
Відповідь
(A)
severely criticised
27
The ugly incidents of the Civil War are water under the bridge. This means that the incidents
Відповідь
(C)
have been forgotten
28
My heart was in my mouth as I tried to open the envelope. This means that as I opened the envelope, I was
Відповідь
(D)
extremely afraid
29
Throughout the long argument, the minister maintained his found over the claims. This means that the minister
Відповідь
(B)
refused to change his stand
30
John may be sincere, but I suspect that he has an axe to grind . This means that John has a
Відповідь
(A)
selfish motive
31
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
So much effluent has been poured into the stream that its water has become unsafe for drinking.
Відповідь
(A)
sewage
32
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The students became restive after the authorities increased their tuition fees.
Відповідь
(D)
agitated
33
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Ali plays the guitar with great dexterity.
Відповідь
(D)
skill
34
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Obi's behaviour is questionable
Відповідь
(C)
dubious
35
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The electricity supply in this community is erratic.
Відповідь
(A)
unpredictable
36
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
He became really disheartened when he heard the news.
Відповідь
(C)
depressed
37
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The office has taken stringent measures to protect its facilities.
Відповідь
(C)
strict
38
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Adaobi was appalled by the shabby appearance of the man who brought her the message from home.
Відповідь
(A)
shocked
39
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Henry likes to be involved in shady deals.
Відповідь
(C)
dishonest
40
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
A good student should be inquisitive
Відповідь
(C)
curious
41
choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Life in the city is ........ expensive for most people.
Відповідь
(D)
much too
42
choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
My father made me ......... at home.
Відповідь
(A)
stay
43
The long-awaited match was called .......... at the last moment
Відповідь
(A)
off
44
Get to work! Don't sit ....... doing nothing
Відповідь
(A)
about
45
choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
We promised to tell the truth . .?
Відповідь
(B)
didn't we
46
choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
No sooner had we set off ....... it started to rain
Відповідь
(C)
than
47
choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I cannot put up...... his saucy behaviour.
Відповідь
(B)
with
48
Several ______attended the two-day economic summit.
Відповідь
(C)
heads of state
49
choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I won't go to the cinema with you; I ..... the movie.
Відповідь
(B)
have seen
50
choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The committee has submitted its report .. the students' riot.
Відповідь
(A)
on
51
choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
It's been a rough life so far, ....?
Відповідь
(A)
hasn't it
52
choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
If I had known, I ......... not have come.
Відповідь
(C)
would
53
choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
She had to work from ....
Відповідь
(D)
morning till evening
54
He did it, but not ...... the way I had expected.
Відповідь
(B)
quite
55
choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
. After stalking its prey for a while, thé lion .... .or the kill.
Відповідь
(A)
closed in
56
Mary and Jane are always quarrelling with ______.
Відповідь
(A)
each other
57
They have been informed of his departure ...?
Відповідь
(A)
haven't they
58
Although some students may be innocent, ______are guilty of this offence.
Відповідь
(C)
most
59
She prefers singing ........ dancing
Відповідь
(D)
to
60
Is that the lady ........you planned to visit?
Відповідь
(D)
whom
61
The children .........in the pool after school.
Відповідь
(A)
swam
62
In spite of all their shortcomings, we cannot ... admire them.
Відповідь
(B)
but
63
The African extended family system gives .......members.
Відповідь
(C)
its
64
We all look forward to meeting the ............
Відповідь
(A)
beautiful, young, Nigerian musician
65
One of my . ..... is a lecturer in the university.
Відповідь
(C)
sisters
66
Regina pleaded with her son to ........ the habit of smoking.
Відповідь
(C)
come off
67
Their proposal looks .......... than ours.
Відповідь
(B)
a little bit more workable
68
You will be none ....... for it if you take the examinations in November.
Відповідь
(D)
the worse
69
Money serves as a ....71..... of exchange modern world.
Відповідь
(B)
medium
70
This is perhaps the most important..... 72....... of money.
Відповідь
(C)
function
71
People who have money can use it to buy goods and....73... .
Відповідь
(B)
services
72
Without it, trade will be carried out on the basis of ...74.... where goods or services are exchanged as was the practice in the years gone by.
Відповідь
(A)
barter
73
This mode of trading has a number of disadvantages, as people will have to match their .....75..... With those of other people.
Відповідь
(A)
needs
74
For example, if a hunter wants to trade his ....76... for yam,
Відповідь
(A)
kill
75
he must find a ..... 77... who needs what he is trading.
Відповідь
(C)
farmer
76
Another difficulty is determining the ....78..... of each item needed in the exchange.
Відповідь
(B)
value
77
International trade boosts the....79...of a nation.
Відповідь
(A)
economy
78
The ...80..... frequently used in international trade is the US Dollar.
Відповідь
(C)
currency
79
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word hat has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined
dark
Відповідь
(C)
sharp
80
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
tough
Відповідь
(D)
done
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
chief
Відповідь
(B)
feast
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
put
Відповідь
(B)
could
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
king
Відповідь
(A)
kit
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
tan
Відповідь
(D)
gas
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
debt
Відповідь
(A)
said
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
soar
Відповідь
(D)
caught
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
dye
Відповідь
(C)
tide
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
date
Відповідь
(D)
heinous
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
berth
Відповідь
(A)
hurt
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
sure
Відповідь
(A)
sower
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
clothes
Відповідь
(D)
both
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
rear
Відповідь
(B)
mere
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
shoe
Відповідь
(A)
prune
94
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
frame
Відповідь
(D)
phrase
95
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
love
Відповідь
(B)
view
96
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
through
Відповідь
(B)
both
97
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
scene
Відповідь
(C)
psyche
98
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
change
Відповідь
(A)
nature
99
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
pleasure
Відповідь
(D)
occasion
100
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letter(s) in bold.
gender
Відповідь
(D)
joyful
101
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
ton
Відповідь
(A)
knock
102
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
weather
Відповідь
(B)
brother
103
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
.facts
Відповідь
(B)
lots
104
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
sheep
Відповідь
(C)
wash
105
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
young
Відповідь
(C)
yen
106
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
laughed
Відповідь
(D)
right
107
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
tusk
Відповідь
(C)
task
108
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the one represented by the letters underlined.
fill
Відповідь
(C)
blank
109
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word
niece
Відповідь
(D)
piece
110
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word
blue
Відповідь
(C)
grew
111
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word
court
Відповідь
(D)
fort
112
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
peel
Відповідь
(C)
peal
113
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that rhymes with the given word.
style
Відповідь
(A)
bile
114
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
accuracy
Відповідь
(A)
AC-cu-ra-cy
115
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
consequential
Відповідь
(C)
con-se-QUEN-tial
116
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
insensitive
Відповідь
(B)
in-SEN-si-tive
117
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
brutality
Відповідь
(B)
bru-TAL-i-ty
118
Identify the one with the different stress pattern
Відповідь
(D)
purpose
119
Identify the one with the different stress pattern
Відповідь
(D)
credit
120
Identify the one with the different stress pattern
Відповідь
(A)
deter
121
Identify the one with the different stress pattern
Відповідь
(C)
injure
122
Identify the one with the different stress pattern
Відповідь
(A)
challenger
123
From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Many students ATTEND lectures everyday.
Відповідь
(A)
Do many students skip lectures everyday?
124
From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
John's PARENTS have received the letters.
Відповідь
(B)
Have John's friends received the letters?
125
From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
The THIRD-YEAR girls were commended by the principal.
Відповідь
(D)
Were the first-year girls commended by the principal?
126
From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Stephen SELDOM goes to the house.
Відповідь
(C)
Does Stephen often go to the house?
127
The word that receives the emphatic stress is in capital letters. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence relates.
All the EMPLOYEES rejected him.
Відповідь
(D)
Did all the employers reject him?
128
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/əʊ/
Відповідь
(A)
vogue
129
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ʊə/
Відповідь
(C)
tour
130
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/t /
Відповідь
(D)
pity
131
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/æ/
Відповідь
(B)
dragon
132
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/b/
Відповідь
(C)
public
133
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ə/
Відповідь
(B)
abuse
134
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/l/
Відповідь
(B)
lamb
135
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
