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Question 1 Report
Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
The motorists said the splashing of the waters was...not deliberate
Question 2 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
.....That can happen is that he'll be suspended
Answer Details
The correct option to complete the sentence is "the worst." "The worst" is a superlative form of "bad," which means the most severe or unpleasant. In this sentence, the speaker is asking if the most severe consequence that can happen is that the person will be suspended. The other options are not correct because: - "worst" is a comparative form of "bad," but it is not preceded by "the," making it grammatically incorrect in this context. - "the worse" is a comparative form of "bad," and it is also grammatically incorrect because it is not used to compare two things in this sentence. - "worse" is a comparative form of "bad," but it does not convey the superlative meaning needed in this context.
Question 3 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Did Aminu come here as he promised?
Answer Details
The best option to complete the sentence is "No, he didn't". This means that Aminu did not come to the place as he promised.
Question 4 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
Answer Details
The best option to fill the gap in question 88 is "desire." This is because the sentence is referring to generating something through loans with reasonable rates, and it makes sense in this context that the thing being generated is a desire. Specifically, it is a desire to have children, which is discussed in the following sentences. None of the other options fit as well in this context.
Question 5 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Fatimat kept quiet all the ....
Answer Details
The correct answer is "while". "While" is the most appropriate word for the sentence as it refers to a period of time during which Fatimat kept quiet. The other options, such as "period" and "whole", refer to a specific duration of time, while "where" is used to refer to a place, and none of them fits the context of the sentence.
Question 6 Report
From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
Nelson Mandela surmounted all the oppressive measures to break his will
Answer Details
The word "surmounted" in this context means to overcome or conquer something difficult. Therefore, the best option that is nearest in meaning to "surmounted" is option A, "overcame". Nelson Mandela was able to overcome all the oppressive measures that were put in place to break his will.
Question 7 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
Answer Details
The word that best completes the gap in question 89 is "matrimonial". This is because the sentence is talking about the duty of men and women upon entering into union (marriage), and how having children is seen as an important aspect of this union in African culture. Therefore, the most suitable option to complete the gap would be "matrimonial", which relates to marriage. The other options - fraternal, domestic, polygamous, and bigamous - do not fit the context of the sentence as well as "matrimonial".
Question 8 Report
Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
The long trek exhausted him so he needed to rest to ....himself
Answer Details
Question 9 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Time is really...so let's hurry up
Answer Details
The phrase "running out" is the best option to complete the sentence. This means that time is coming to an end or becoming scarce. It implies that there is a limited amount of time available, and that it is important to use it efficiently or quickly.
Question 10 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Hammed's ideas are.........wrong
Answer Details
The correct option is "almost always." This is because the word "almost" means "very nearly," "virtually," or "not quite," while the word "always" means "at all times" or "on every occasion." Therefore, the phrase "almost always" means "nearly every time" or "most of the time," which fits well with the sentence. The other options are incorrect because "almost often" is not a valid phrase, and "always almost" and "often almost" do not make sense in the context of the sentence.
Question 11 Report
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Ajala earns a fat salary but cannot make both ends meet. This means that Ajala
Answer Details
The most appropriate interpretation of the sentence "Ajala earns a fat salary but cannot make both ends meet" is that he does not live within his income. This means that despite earning a good salary, Ajala is struggling financially because he spends more than he earns. It is possible that he has high expenses or is making poor financial decisions. This interpretation is supported by the phrase "cannot make both ends meet," which implies that he is not able to cover his expenses with his income. The other options presented in the list do not fit the context of the sentence and are less likely to be true based on the information given.
Question 12 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
That book belongs to the ..........lady
Answer Details
The correct answer is "tall black American." In English grammar, we use adjective order to determine the appropriate order of multiple adjectives that describe a noun. The general rule is that adjectives are listed in the following order: opinion, size, age, shape, color, origin, material, purpose. In this case, we are describing a lady, and the adjectives we have to choose from are "tall," "black," and "American." Following the adjective order rule, "tall" (size) should come before "black" (color), which should come before "American" (origin). Therefore, the correct order of adjectives is "tall black American."
Question 13 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
Answer Details
Question 14 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The issue on....I disagreed with him is very simple
Answer Details
The correct option is "which." The sentence is discussing an issue, so the correct pronoun to use is "which." "What" is used for asking questions or when the object is unknown, "whom" is used as an object pronoun, and "whose" is used to indicate possession.
Question 15 Report
Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
polygamy is very common in Africa, whereas the only acceptable from of marriage in Europe is.....
Answer Details
The underlined word is "polygamy," which is a type of marriage where a person has multiple spouses at the same time. The sentence suggests that this is common in Africa. The word opposite in meaning to "polygamy" would be "monogamy," which is a type of marriage where a person has only one spouse at a time. This is stated as the only acceptable form of marriage in Europe in the sentence. Option A, "bigamy," refers to a person having two spouses at the same time, which is similar to polygamy. Option B, "celibacy," refers to a person abstaining from sexual relations, which is not related to marriage. Option C, "polyandry," is a type of marriage where a woman has multiple husbands at the same time, which is similar to polygamy but with the genders reversed. Option D, "ordination," refers to the process of becoming a priest or minister, which is not related to marriage.
Question 16 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
We haven't confirmed.....signature this is
Answer Details
The correct answer is "whose". "Whose" is used to indicate possession and it is asking who the signature belongs to.
Question 17 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The lady...here tomorrow
Answer Details
The best option to complete the sentence is "arrives". The sentence is in the future tense, so the correct form of the verb to use is the simple present tense, which indicates a habitual or repeated action. Therefore, the correct sentence should read "The lady arrives here tomorrow".
Question 18 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Ngozi is by far........of the girls
Answer Details
In the given sentence, the phrase "by far" indicates a clear and significant difference in degree between Ngozi and the other girls being compared. Therefore, the correct option to complete the sentence is B, "the most brilliant". The sentence means that Ngozi is significantly more brilliant than the other girls being compared.
Question 19 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
Answer Details
The most suitable option for the numbered gap 82 in the passage is "tractors." The passage is talking about the need for modern methods of farming that are more efficient than traditional tools like the hoe and cutlass. Therefore, tractors are a more advanced and effective tool that can be used to open up large areas of land for farming.
Question 20 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The story he told me can't be true........?
Answer Details
The correct option to complete the sentence is "can it". The sentence is in the negative form and requires a negative contraction to complete it. "Can't" is the contraction of "cannot" and it means "cannot be true". Since the subject is "story", the pronoun that replaces it in the negative contraction should be "it". Therefore, the correct option is "can it".
Question 21 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Jide was absent for.....time
Question 22 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
Answer Details
Option E, "interest," is the best option to complete the gap in question number 87. This is because the sentence talks about generating something through loans, and loans usually involve paying interest rates. In this case, the loans being referred to are those that should be given to farmers to help them acquire their own land. Therefore, the best word to fill the gap is "interest."
Question 23 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
Answer Details
The word that best completes the gap in question 99 is "pair". This is because the context of the sentence refers to a "married" couple, and "pair" is the most appropriate word to describe a married couple as a unit. The other options are not as suitable, as "twain" means two separate things, "twin" refers to two offspring born at the same time, "company" and "syndicate" are not relevant to the context of the sentence.
Question 24 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
Answer Details
The missing word in question 80 is related to finding new and advanced methods of farming that don't rely on traditional methods like hoe and cutlass. Among the options given, the most suitable word to fill the gap is "mechanisation" which means the process of introducing machines and technology to do work instead of manual labor. Therefore, the sentence means that instead of relying on simple tools like hoe and cutlass, it is high time to think in terms of using machines and technology for farming.
Question 25 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
We came...rail
Answer Details
The correct answer is "by". "We came by rail" means that we used the method of transportation known as "rail" to get to our destination. "By" is used to indicate the means or method of transportation used to arrive at a destination. For example, you could say "I traveled to New York by plane" or "We got to the concert by car".
Question 26 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
Answer Details
The missing word in the blank is related to teaching agriculture in schools. The only option that suits the context is option E, which is "cultivation". It means preparing land for crops by plowing, digging, and other techniques. Therefore, option E is the correct answer.
Question 27 Report
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The prices of cars have become.....
Answer Details
The sentence indicates that there has been an increase in the prices of cars. The word that best describes this situation is "exorbitant," which means excessively high or beyond reasonable limits. Therefore, the correct answer is (E) "exorbitant."
Question 28 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
Answer Details
The word that best completes the gap is "birth". The sentence is referring to the period when a child is born to a married couple. Therefore, option E, "birth," is the most appropriate word to fill the gap.
Question 29 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
....rich has its own problems
Answer Details
The correct option is "Being". The sentence is incomplete, but it appears to be asking about some problems that come with being rich. "Being" is the present participle form of the verb "to be," and it is used to describe a continuous state of existence. In this context, "being rich" is a state of existence, and the sentence is asking about the problems associated with it.
Question 30 Report
From the 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
Answer Details
The word that best completes the sentence is "to". The sentence suggests that the speaker wants the listener to memorize a formula. The phrase "commit to memory" means to memorize something so that it can be easily recalled later. Therefore, the correct option to complete the sentence is "to". The other options provided in the list do not fit the context of the sentence and do not convey the same meaning as the phrase "commit to memory".
Question 31 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
His journey....life has been rough
Answer Details
The correct option that best completes the sentence is "through." The word "through" means to move in one side and come out of another, or to pass from one place or stage to another. So, the sentence "His journey through life has been rough" implies that the person has experienced a rough or difficult life, and he has gone through various stages of life.
Question 32 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
Answer Details
The sentence in question is referring to the rise in social position that comes with the birth of a child in an African community. Therefore, the best option to complete the gap would be "status." This is because "status" refers to a person's social position or rank, which is exactly what is being discussed in this sentence. Option A, "value," doesn't quite fit because it doesn't specifically relate to social position or rank. Option B, "rank," is a possibility, but it is too similar to "status" and doesn't add anything new to the sentence. Option C, "cadre," is not really relevant in this context. Option E, "promotion," also doesn't fit because it implies advancement in a career or job, which is not what is being discussed in this sentence.
Question 33 Report
Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
One of the aims of the structural adjustment policy is to make us...........rather than consumers
Answer Details
The word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word is "consumers" and the word that fits this description from the list provided is "producers". The sentence suggests that the structural adjustment policy aims to encourage people to become producers instead of consumers. A consumer is someone who buys goods or services for personal use, while a producer is someone who creates goods or services to sell. By encouraging people to become producers, the policy hopes to shift the focus from consumption to production, which can lead to economic growth and development. This means that people will be more actively involved in the creation of goods and services, rather than just passively consuming them. The other options provided in the list do not fit the context of the sentence and are not opposites of the word "consumers".
Question 34 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
Answer Details
In the context of the passage, the word in the gap refers to "land tenure practices" which means the rules and regulations surrounding the use and ownership of land. Therefore, the best option to complete the gap is "tenure" (option D).
Question 35 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
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The word that best completes the gap is "regard" (option D). The sentence is talking about the social position of a married couple with children, and how it is regarded as being of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or childless couple. "Regard" means consideration or respect, and in this context, it refers to how others view and value the social position of a married couple with children. The other options are not as suitable because they do not fit the context or do not have the same meaning as "regard".
Question 36 Report
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The students threatened to embark on a ....of lectures if their demands were not met
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Question 37 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Yours is to command...is to obey
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Question 38 Report
From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
He was kept in solitary confinement
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The word "solitary confinement" refers to a form of punishment where a prisoner is locked up alone in a small cell for a specific period of time, with minimal human interaction. Therefore, the word that is nearest in meaning to "solitary confinement" is "lonely," as it conveys the sense of being alone and isolated.
Question 39 Report
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The sudden death of his friend made Etim have his heart in his boots. This means that Etim
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The interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence "The sudden death of his friend made Etim have his heart in his boots" is "became greatly discouraged." This means that Etim became very sad, frightened or anxious as a result of his friend's sudden death. The expression "have his heart in his boots" is a figure of speech that is often used to describe a state of extreme worry or fear.
Question 40 Report
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
When the striking workers were threatened with dismissal, they decided to make a virtue of necessity. This means that they
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Question 41 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
...........he is learned,he is fraudulent
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Question 42 Report
From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
The outcome of the matter has vindicated my earlier stand
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The word "vindicated" as used in the sentence means "justified", which means to prove or show to be right, reasonable or proper. Therefore, the option that best matches the meaning of "justified" is option E.
Question 43 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I said John saw Mary yesterday......?
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The correct option to complete the sentence is "didn't I." This is because "didn't I" is the appropriate tag question that matches the positive sentence structure "John saw Mary yesterday." A tag question is a short question added to the end of a statement to confirm or clarify the information provided in the statement. Therefore, the complete sentence with the appropriate tag question would be "I said John saw Mary yesterday, didn't I?"
Question 44 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
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The sentence in question is talking about the need to open up large areas of land, so the best option to complete the gap would be "arable." "Arable" means land that is suitable for growing crops, which fits the context of the sentence. Option A, "fallow," doesn't fit because it refers to land that has been left unplanted for a period of time. Option B, "waste," is also not suitable because it implies land that is unusable or has been damaged. Option D, "paddy," refers specifically to a type of rice field, which is not what is being discussed in this sentence. Option E, "ranch," doesn't fit because it refers to a type of farm that raises livestock, which is not necessarily related to crop farming.
Question 45 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
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The best option to fill the gap numbered 92 is "community" because the sentence is talking about the importance of children in an African society, and how a childless marriage is seen as a failure. This failure is not just to the couple but also to the community as a whole. Therefore, the word "community" is the most suitable option to fill the gap.
Question 46 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
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The missing word in the numbered gap 77 is related to methods that a nation can use to feed its citizens. The options offered are "farming," "peasantry," "planting," "sowing," and "gardening." The most suitable option to fill the gap is "farming" because it is a large-scale activity that involves cultivating crops and raising animals to provide food and other products to support a nation's economy and feed its citizens. The other options, such as "peasantry," "planting," "sowing," and "gardening," are more specific and refer to smaller-scale agricultural activities.
Question 47 Report
Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
The brevity of the Guest-of-honour's address contrasts with the ....of the Chairman's opening remarks
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The word that is opposite in meaning to "verbosity" which means using more words than necessary is "brevity" which means using few words to express something. Therefore, the answer is "verbosity".
Question 48 Report
From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
Corruption is inimical to the progress of any nation.
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The word "inimical" means harmful or adverse. In this context, the sentence means that corruption has a negative impact on the progress of a nation. Therefore, the option that best fits the meaning of the underlined word is "harmful" (Option A).
Question 49 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
It's high time you...seeing her
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The sentence is in the present tense and uses the phrase "high time", which means that something should be done now because it's long overdue. Therefore, the correct word is "stopped" which is in the past tense and shows that action should have been taken already. So the correct option is: - stopped.
Question 50 Report
Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
I felt as if I was in an oven throughout my stay in the sahara, while our room here in Jos is like a .....
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The word that is opposite in meaning to "oven" is "freezer." Therefore, the answer is "freezer."
Question 51 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Miss Onassis was a ......
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The best option to complete the sentence is "rich young lady." This is because the order of adjectives in English usually follows the rule of opinion, size, age, shape, color, origin, material, and purpose. "Rich" is an opinion adjective that describes Miss Onassis' wealth, while "young" is an age adjective that describes her youthfulness. So, the correct order should be "rich young lady."
Question 52 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
....I am your junior does not mean you should order me about like a houseboy
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Question 53 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
..........you wish to do, do it properly
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The best option that completes the given sentence is "whatever". This sentence is an admonition or advice, telling someone that whatever they want to do, they should do it properly or well. The word "whatever" is used to indicate anything or everything, regardless of what it is. Therefore, it conveys the idea that regardless of what task or activity is being performed, it should be done to the best of one's ability.
Question 54 Report
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
By embarking on that journey, he intends to kill two birds with one stone. This means that he
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The most appropriate interpretation of the sentence "By embarking on that journey, he intends to kill two birds with one stone" is that he intends to achieve two aims at once. This means that he wants to accomplish two things simultaneously by taking that particular action. The phrase "kill two birds with one stone" is an idiom that is commonly used to express the idea of accomplishing two things at the same time with a single action.
Question 55 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
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The best option to fill the gap numbered 91 is "important". The phrase "the first and most important duty" emphasizes the importance of having children in an African society. Children are considered a blessing and a source of joy, and having them is seen as a crucial responsibility. The other options such as "homely", "voluntary", "ancient", and "necessary" do not accurately convey the significance of having children in African culture.
Question 56 Report
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The University awarded.....doctorate degrees to four distinguished members of the community
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The best word to complete the sentence is "honorary." The sentence is referring to degrees that were given as a form of recognition or honor, rather than as a result of completing a course of study or academic program.
Question 57 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
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The best option for the gap in question 96 would be "couple." The sentence is discussing the importance of having children in an African society, and it specifically mentions the "social position of a couple who has children." A "couple" refers to a married pair, which is consistent with the context of the passage.
Question 58 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The local governments are authorized to pass......
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The correct option is A, "bye-laws". "Bye-laws" refer to a set of rules or regulations made by a local authority for the regulation of its affairs or management of a local government area. It is a power granted to the local governments by the state or federal government.
Question 59 Report
Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
He denied that he ever.....committing the offence in his earlier statement
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The opposite of "admitted" is "denied." In this case, the sentence already includes the word "denied," so we can assume that it is the correct word. The opposite of "committed" in this sentence is "denied," meaning that he is saying he did not commit the offense. Therefore, the answer is D - "negated."
Question 60 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The issue on....I disagreed with him is very simple
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The correct option to complete the sentence is "which". "Which" is used to refer to a thing or idea, while "whom" is used to refer to a person, "what" is used to refer to a thing, idea or person when asking for information, and "whose" is used to indicate possession. Therefore, in the sentence "The issue on which I disagreed with him is very simple," "which" is used to introduce the clause that describes the issue in question.
Question 61 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The.....of all the states in the Federation are having a meeting at Abuja
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The correct answer is "attorneys-general." The sentence refers to multiple states, and each state has its own attorney general. Therefore, the plural form "attorneys-general" is the most appropriate to use.
Question 62 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
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In the given passage, the phrase "children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the" indicates that the missing word is a group of people who are impacted by the presence of children in a family. Therefore, the most appropriate option to fill the gap is E, "society". The sentence means that in an African society, having children is considered important because they not only bring joy to the parents but also to society as a whole.
Question 63 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
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Question 64 Report
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Halima decided to make 'a' clean breast of everything. This means that Halima
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The phrase "make a clean breast of everything" is an idiomatic expression that means to confess or reveal everything, especially something that has been kept secret. Therefore, in this context, "Halima decided to make a clean breast of everything" means that Halima decided to confess or reveal everything she knew about a certain matter. The most appropriate interpretation is that Halima "told the whole truth".
Question 65 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The boys are..........for the match
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The best option to complete the sentence is "all fully set." This is because the adverb "fully" modifies the verb "set" to indicate that the boys are completely prepared and ready for the match. In English, adverbs usually come before the verb they modify, so "fully" should come before "set." The word "all" indicates that every one of the boys is fully set and ready to go, so it should come before "fully set." Therefore, the correct option is "all fully set."
Question 66 Report
In the following passages, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the list below each passage, five choices are offered A to E. For each question, choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passage.
A nation that wants to -76- her citizens cannot rely on traditional methods of -77- but a large scale -78- Rather than depend on simple -79- like the hoe and the cutlass, it is high time we thought in terms of -80- . Large areas of -81- land must be open up, and aid must be given to young farmers to acquire their own -82-. The effort must start from schools, where students need to be taught both -83- of crops as well as animal -84-. To make land available to more people, the land -85- practices in most parts of the nation need to be revised. Above all, -86- should be generated through loans with reasonable -87- rates.
The -88- to have children is deep rooted in the hearts of both men and women, and on entering into -89- union they regard the -90- of children as the first and most -91- duty. A childless marriage in an African -92- is practically a failure, for children bring joy not only to their parents but also to the -93- as a whole. The -94- of a family brings with it a rise in social -95-. The social position of a -96- who has children is of greater importance and dignity than that of a bachelor or -97-. After the -98- of the first child, the married -99- becomes the object of higher -100- among their fellows than they were before.
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The missing word in the blank is referring to tools that can be used for farming. The options are instruments, facilities, machines, implements, and aids. Among these options, the most suitable word to fill the gap is "implements" because it refers to tools or equipment used in carrying out a specific task, which is appropriate in the context of farming.
Question 67 Report
From the words lettered A to E below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase as it is used in the sentence.
The professor showed much erudition in the lecture he delivered
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The sentence is asking to choose the word that is nearest in meaning to "erudition" as it is used in the sentence. The meaning of "erudition" is scholarly knowledge or learning acquired through extensive reading and study. Therefore, the word that is nearest in meaning to "erudition" is option B, "learning".
Question 68 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
......stolen the goods, the thief ran away
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The most suitable option to complete the sentence is "Having". This is because it shows that the action in the first part of the sentence (stealing the goods) occurred before the action in the second part of the sentence (running away).
Question 69 Report
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The governor ordered that the work done by any contractor should be properly.......so as to know the correct amount to pay
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The word that best completes the sentence is "accounted". In the context of the sentence, the word "accounted" means that the work done by the contractors should be accurately recorded and documented so that the correct amount to pay them can be determined. The other options provided in the list do not fit the context of the sentence as well as "accounted". - "Processed" may imply some form of treatment or manipulation of the work done, but it does not necessarily connote accurate recording or documentation. - "Investigated" suggests a deeper analysis of the work done, but it does not necessarily involve recording or documentation. - "Probed" suggests a more thorough investigation or examination, but again, it does not necessarily involve accurate recording or documentation.
Question 70 Report
Instruction: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
The principal wants us to....the motion, so don't oppose it.
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The opposite of "oppose" is "support." When you support a motion, you are in agreement with it and favor it, whereas when you oppose it, you are against it and do not favor it. In this case, the principal wants the students to support the motion, not oppose it. Therefore, the correct option is "support."
Question 71 Report
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The last promotion exercise was the bone of contention between the two friends. This means that the last promotion exercise
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The sentence means that the last promotion exercise was the cause of the dispute between the two friends.
Question 72 Report
From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Ngozi's soothing remarks were made to ....Femi's anger
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The word that best completes the sentence is "mollify". This is because "soothing remarks" imply an attempt to calm someone down or ease their anger. "Mollify" means to soothe or pacify someone's anger, which fits the context of the sentence. The other options don't fit the context: "rekindle" means to ignite or revive, "incense" means to anger or irritate, "accommodate" means to adjust or make room for, and "petrify" means to turn someone to stone or terrify them.
Question 73 Report
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
We have to...for lost time
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The best option that completes the sentence is "make up". To make up for lost time means to do something in order to compensate for the time that has been lost or wasted. This phrase implies that the speaker is aware that they have lost time and wants to make sure that they use their remaining time effectively.
Question 74 Report
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The students stuck to their guns even after the principal had appealed to them to go back to their classes. This means that the students