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Question 1 Rapport
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap.
If it had rained, we would have had to postpone the concert. It didn't rain, so
Détails de la réponse
We didn't have to postpone the concert.
Question 2 Rapport
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics.
It is customary to find young men and women in sports.
Détails de la réponse
The opposite in meaning to the word "customary" is "unusual." Therefore, "Unusual," is the correct answer.
Question 3 Rapport
Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
If he were here, it would be more fun.
Détails de la réponse
If he has been there, it would have been more fun. Since he did not show up, the occasion lacked much fun.
Question 4 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
The cliff is popularly known for ___________ morning beauty.
Détails de la réponse
The correct option is "its." The sentence is referring to the beauty of the cliff in the morning, and the word "its" is the possessive form of "it," indicating that the morning beauty belongs to the cliff. "It" is a pronoun used to refer to a noun previously mentioned or easily identifiable, while "it’s" is a contraction of "it is" or "it has," which doesn't make sense in this context. "Its'" is incorrect as it includes an unnecessary apostrophe.
Question 5 Rapport
Choose the option that has the same consonant sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
chateau
Détails de la réponse
chateau: /??at??/
champagne: /?am?pe?n/
church: /t???t?/
chart: /t???t/
chemical: /?k?m?k(?)l/
Question 6 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
I was seriously disappointed when the __________ between the two teams ended in a goalless draw.
Détails de la réponse
The option that best completes the gap is "match." The word "disappointed" in the sentence implies that the speaker was expecting a result from the event. The event in this case is a competition between two teams, which can only be a "match" in this context. The other options, "march," "marsh," and "martch," do not make sense in the sentence and are not related to sports or competitions. Therefore, the correct option is "match."
Question 7 Rapport
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap(s).
The pastor asked the women to _________ their hearts to God in prayers.
Détails de la réponse
The best word to fill in the blank is "bare." The sentence is asking the women to open up or reveal their innermost thoughts and emotions to God through prayer. The word "bare" means to reveal or uncover, while "bear" means to carry or support, "bar" means to block or prevent, and "Barrr" is not a valid English word.
Question 8 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
I am not sure that all _____ well with John.
Détails de la réponse
The best option that completes the gap in the sentence is "is". The sentence is in the present tense, and "is" is the present tense form of the verb "to be" that agrees with the singular subject "John." Therefore, the completed sentence reads: "I am not sure that all is well with John."
Question 9 Rapport
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
Nwankwo was on the verge of signing a two-year contract with the club.
Détails de la réponse
The option nearest in meaning to the underlined word "verge" is "brink." The word "verge" in the sentence means the point where something is about to happen, or is almost at the point of happening. The word "brink" also means the edge or border of something, usually referring to the point before something significant or disastrous occurs. Therefore, "brink" is the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word. The other options, "summit," "height," and "shore," do not convey the same meaning as "verge" and are not related to the context of the sentence. Therefore, the correct option is "brink."
Question 10 Rapport
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
The Governor told the chief that he was only on a routine tour.
Détails de la réponse
routine: performed as part of a regular procedure rather than for a special reason
Question 11 Rapport
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
The severity of the harmattan helped me to complete my writing assignment in record time because I had no choice but to lock myself indoors.
Détails de la réponse
The opposite in meaning to the word "severity" is "mildness." In this context, "severity" refers to the harshness or intensity of the harmattan weather. It made the writer stay indoors and complete the writing assignment in record time. Therefore, the opposite of severity, which would mean a less harsh or intense condition, is "mildness." The other options are not appropriate antonyms for "severity" in this context. "Warmth" means a comfortable temperature, which is not necessarily opposite to the harshness of the harmattan. "Moderation" means avoiding extremes or excesses, which is not opposite to severity. "Leniency" means showing mercy or forgiveness, which is also not opposite to severity.
Question 12 Rapport
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
The Flying Eagles put up a plucky defence against their opponents.
Détails de la réponse
The opposite of "plucky" is "weak". A plucky defense means that the team put up a brave and determined defense, while a weak defense would mean that the team was not able to defend well against their opponents.
Question 13 Rapport
Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
Grandma told the boys a story that cheered them up.
Détails de la réponse
To cheer one up means to make them happy especially after having been sad.
To be delighted means to be happy.
Question 14 Rapport
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
The meeting was cancelled because of the convocation.
Détails de la réponse
The word "cancelled" means that the meeting was not held and was stopped from happening. "Cancelled" is closest in meaning to "called off."
Question 15 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
The young man looked carefully at the long document, but he couldn't make __________ what it meant.
Détails de la réponse
The correct option is "out." In this context, the phrase "make out" means to comprehend or understand something that is difficult to read or hear. The young man looked carefully at the long document but was unable to understand what it meant. Therefore, the most appropriate option to fill the gap is "out." The other options are not appropriate replacements for "out" in this context. "Up" means to create or produce something. "Off" means away from a particular place or position. "Through" means to complete something or to move from one end to the other.
Question 16 Rapport
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
The essay topic is nebulous.
Détails de la réponse
Question 17 Rapport
Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The man reasoned that there ought to be a limit to sycophancy.
Détails de la réponse
sycophancy: obsequious behaviour towards someone important in order to gain advantage; obsequious flattery (obsequious means obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree)
Question 18 Rapport
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
He is notorious for his drunkenness.
Détails de la réponse
notorious means famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed.
popular means liked or admired by many people or by a particular person or group.
Question 19 Rapport
Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The team adapted to the new tactic as clean as a whistle.
Détails de la réponse
The expression ‘as clean as a whistle’ means perfectly and without errors.
Question 20 Rapport
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap(s).
We saw you earlier but we could not stop you because we did not know __________.
Détails de la réponse
The expression is a reported speech and should maintain the past tense.
Reported speech: a speaker's words reported in subordinate clauses governed by a reporting verb, with the required changes of person and tense (e.g. he said that he would go, based on I will go ).
Question 21 Rapport
A wolf, seeing a lamb drinking from a river, wanted to find a pretext for devouring him, He stood higher up the stream and accused the lamb of muddying the water so that he could not drink. The lamb said that he drank only the tip of his tongue and that in any case he was standing lower down the river, and could not possible disturb the water higher When this excuse failed him, the wolf said: 'Well, last year you insulted my father.' "I wasn't even born then replied the lamb. 'You are good at finding answer' said the wolf, 'but what do you mean by taking up so much of the path where I am walking?' The lamb, frightened at the wolf's angry tone and terrible aspect, told him, with all due submission, that he could not conceive how his walking on such a wide path could occasion him any inconvenience. 'What!' exclaimed the wolf, seemingly in great anger and indignation. 'You are as impudent as your father who seized me by the throat last year and caused me to be kept in a cage for three months'. 'If you will believe me,' said the lamb, 'my parents are poor simple creatures who live entirely by green stuff, we are none of us hunters of your species.' Ah! I see it's no use talking to you,' said the wolf, drawing up close to him. 'it runs in the blood of your family to hate us wolves, and therefore,as we have come so conveniently together, I'll just pay off a few of your forefathers scores before we part.' So saying, he leapt at the lamb from behind and garotted him. Adapted from Bennet. C.H(1978)
Which of the following aptly describes the moral of the story?
Détails de la réponse
The moral of the story: if you have made up your mind to hang your dog, any rope will do for the purpose.
Question 22 Rapport
In order to approach the problem of anxiety in play, let us consider the problem of anxiety in play, let us consider the activity of building and destroying a tower. Many a mother thinks that her little son is in a 'destructive stage' or even has a 'destructive personality' because after building a big, big tower, the boy cannot follow her advice to leave the tower for Daddy to see, but instead must kick it and make it collapse. The almost manic pleasure with which children watch the collapse in a second of the product of long play-labour has puzzled many, especially since the child does not appreciate it at all if his tower falls by accident or by a helpful uncle?s hand. He, the builder, must destroy it himself. This game, I should think, arises from the not so distant experience of sudden falls at the very time when standing upright on wobbly legs afforded a new and fascinating perspective on existence. The child who consequently learns to make a tower 'stand up' enjoys causing the same tower to waver and collapse; in addition to the active mastery over a previously passive event, it makes one feel stronger to know that there is somebody weaker ----and towers, unlike little sister, can't cry and call, 'Mummy!'
In the passage 'manic pleasure' means
Détails de la réponse
manic means showing wild, apparently deranged, excitement and energy
Question 23 Rapport
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
Ayodeji is an ardent supporter of education for the child.
Détails de la réponse
An ardent supporter means a passionate supporter. Therefore, the option closest in meaning to the underlined word is "a passionate".
Question 24 Rapport
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
This card entitles you to attend the film show.
Détails de la réponse
The option opposite in meaning to "entitles" is "disqualifies". Explanation: The word "entitles" means that one has the right or privilege to do something. The opposite of having the right or privilege to do something is not having the right or privilege to do something, which is conveyed by the word "disqualifies". So, "disqualifies" is the option that is opposite in meaning to the word "entitles".
Question 25 Rapport
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the italicized words or expressions.
The French classes were always funny because we considered French a strange tongue.
Détails de la réponse
The option nearest in meaning to the italicized words is "foreign" as it refers to French being an unfamiliar language.
Question 26 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
While the worshippers closed their eyes in prayer, a thief made __________ with the collection.
Détails de la réponse
The option that best completes the gap is "away". Explanation: The phrase "made away with" means to steal or take something without permission. In this sentence, a thief is taking the collection while the worshippers are closing their eyes in prayer. The verb "made away with" is the most appropriate option to complete the gap because it conveys the idea of the thief stealing the collection.
Question 27 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
All God's prophets were given the great __________ to preach salvation to people.
Détails de la réponse
The correct option is "commission." "Commission" means to be entrusted with the authority or responsibility to carry out a particular task or duty. In this context, the prophets were entrusted with the task of preaching salvation to people. The other options are incorrect spellings of the word "commission." "Commision," "Commition," and "Comission" are misspellings of "commission" and do not exist in standard English.
Question 28 Rapport
In order to approach the problem of anxiety in play, let us consider the problem of anxiety in play, let us consider the activity of building and destroying a tower. Many a mother thinks that her little son is in a 'destructive stage' or even has a 'destructive personality' because after building a big, big tower, the boy cannot follow her advice to leave the tower for Daddy to see, but instead must kick it and make it collapse. The almost manic pleasure with which children watch the collapse in a second of the product of long play-labour has puzzled many, especially since the child does not appreciate it at all if his tower falls by accident or by a helpful uncle?s hand. He, the builder, must destroy it himself. This game, I should think, arises from the not so distant experience of sudden falls at the very time when standing upright on wobbly legs afforded a new and fascinating perspective on existence. The child who consequently learns to make a tower 'stand up' enjoys causing the same tower to waver and collapse; in addition to the active mastery over a previously passive event, it makes one feel stronger to know that there is somebody weaker ----and towers, unlike little sister, can't cry and call, 'Mummy!'
According to this passage, it gives the child great pleasure
Détails de la réponse
According to the passage, it gives the child great pleasure to destroy the tower himself after building it. The child experiences almost manic pleasure in watching the collapse of the tower he has built through long play-labour. It is not satisfying for the child if the tower falls accidentally or is destroyed by someone else. The child enjoys causing the tower to waver and collapse, as it provides active mastery over a previously passive event and makes the child feel stronger.
Question 29 Rapport
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap.
Now, I am used ____________ bread without butter.
Détails de la réponse
Used to is a phrase that can mean "accustomed or habituated to" or refers to something from the past that is no longer true. In this case, it talks about the habit of eating bread without butter.
Question 30 Rapport
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
The governor's visit is an unprecedented event in the history of the social club.
Détails de la réponse
unprecedented means never done or known before.
insignificant means too small or unimportant to be worth consideration.
Question 31 Rapport
A wolf, seeing a lamb drinking from a river, wanted to find a pretext for devouring him, He stood higher up the stream and accused the lamb of muddying the water so that he could not drink. The lamb said that he drank only the tip of his tongue and that in any case he was standing lower down the river, and could not possible disturb the water higher When this excuse failed him, the wolf said: 'Well, last year you insulted my father.' "I wasn't even born then replied the lamb. 'You are good at finding answer' said the wolf, 'but what do you mean by taking up so much of the path where I am walking?' The lamb, frightened at the wolf's angry tone and terrible aspect, told him, with all due submission, that he could not conceive how his walking on such a wide path could occasion him any inconvenience. 'What!' exclaimed the wolf, seemingly in great anger and indignation. 'You are as impudent as your father who seized me by the throat last year and caused me to be kept in a cage for three months'. 'If you will believe me,' said the lamb, 'my parents are poor simple creatures who live entirely by green stuff, we are none of us hunters of your species.' Ah! I see it's no use talking to you,' said the wolf, drawing up close to him. 'it runs in the blood of your family to hate us wolves, and therefore,as we have come so conveniently together, I'll just pay off a few of your forefathers scores before we part.' So saying, he leapt at the lamb from behind and garotted him. Adapted from Bennet. C.H(1978)
The expression 'when this excuse failed him' suggests that the
Détails de la réponse
The expression 'when this excuse failed him' suggests that the wolf was trying to find a reason to justify his desire to eat the lamb, and the lamb had successfully refuted his accusations. The phrase indicates that the wolf's first excuse had been proven false by the lamb's explanation, forcing the wolf to come up with a different pretext for attacking the lamb. Therefore, the most appropriate option is that the lamb was prepared for the charges levelled against him.
Question 32 Rapport
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phase in italics.
The witness averred that she had seen Dosun at the scene of the crime.
Détails de la réponse
To aver means to state or assert to be the case.
To deny means to state that one refuses to admit the truth or existence of. It is the opposite of aver.
Question 33 Rapport
Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The organization is constantly in a state of flux.
Détails de la réponse
in a (constant) state of flux means a state of uncertainty about what should be done (usually following some important event) preceding the establishment of a new direction of action.
Question 34 Rapport
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap(s).
Now, I am used ________ bread without butter.
Détails de la réponse
When the phrasal verb used to is used, the following word must be in the –in gerundial form. Gerunds are nouns that end with –ing. They are also called deverbalised nouns.
Note: A phrasal verb is a phrase (such as take off or look down on) that combines a verb with a preposition or adverb or both and that functions as a verb whose meaning is different from the combined meanings of the individual words.
Question 35 Rapport
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics.
Father Francis thanked God for the abundance of blessings his family received.
Détails de la réponse
The opposite of "abundance" is "paucity." In this context, "abundance" means that Father Francis's family received many blessings. "Paucity," on the other hand, means a scarcity or lack of something. Therefore, the option that is opposite in meaning to "abundance" is "Paucity."
Question 36 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
Wherever the leader went people struggled to catch a _______ of him.
Détails de la réponse
The word that best completes the gap is "glimpse". Explanation: The sentence is describing a leader who is being followed by people who are trying to see him. The word "glimpse" means a quick look or a brief sighting, which fits perfectly in the context. The other options, such as "look", "view", and "picture", do not convey the sense of a fleeting or quick observation that the sentence is trying to convey.
Question 37 Rapport
After so many trials, the experiment __________
Détails de la réponse
After so many trials, the experiment paid off.
pay off: (of a course of action) yield good results; succeed
Question 38 Rapport
A wolf, seeing a lamb drinking from a river, wanted to find a pretext for devouring him, He stood higher up the stream and accused the lamb of muddying the water so that he could not drink. The lamb said that he drank only the tip of his tongue and that in any case he was standing lower down the river, and could not possible disturb the water higher When this excuse failed him, the wolf said: 'Well, last year you insulted my father.' "I wasn't even born then replied the lamb. 'You are good at finding answer' said the wolf, 'but what do you mean by taking up so much of the path where I am walking?' The lamb, frightened at the wolf's angry tone and terrible aspect, told him, with all due submission, that he could not conceive how his walking on such a wide path could occasion him any inconvenience. 'What!' exclaimed the wolf, seemingly in great anger and indignation. 'You are as impudent as your father who seized me by the throat last year and caused me to be kept in a cage for three months'. 'If you will believe me,' said the lamb, 'my parents are poor simple creatures who live entirely by green stuff, we are none of us hunters of your species.' Ah! I see it's no use talking to you,' said the wolf, drawing up close to him. 'it runs in the blood of your family to hate us wolves, and therefore,as we have come so conveniently together, I'll just pay off a few of your forefathers scores before we part.' So saying, he leapt at the lamb from behind and garotted him. Adapted from Bennet. C.H(1978)
The expression angry tone and terrible aspect refers to the wolf?s
Détails de la réponse
The expression "angry tone and terrible aspect" refers to the wolf's harsh voice and menacing posture. This means that the wolf sounded very angry and looked very intimidating, which frightened the lamb. The wolf's behavior was a way of exerting power over the lamb, as he was trying to find an excuse to devour him.
Question 39 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
Mrs. Okoro __________ in this school since 1975.
Détails de la réponse
Present perfect progressive tense describes an action that began in the past, continues in the present, and may continue into the future. This tense is formed by using has/have been and the present participle of the verb (the verb form ending in -ing).
Question 40 Rapport
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap.
Knowledge of figures of speech as well as of idiom and lexical items ____________ in this section.
Détails de la réponse
The correct option to fill the gap is "is tested." The subject of the sentence is "knowledge," which is a singular noun, so it requires a singular verb form. "Is tested" is the correct singular form.
Question 41 Rapport
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap(s).
For fear of being caught, the thief shouted and cursed the slow bank manager in a language ________much for words.
Détails de la réponse
The correct option is "too." The phrase "too much for words" is an idiomatic expression used to describe a situation that is so extreme or intense that it cannot be adequately expressed in words. In this context, the language used by the thief to shout and curse at the slow bank manager was so offensive and abusive that it cannot be described with words. Therefore, the correct option to complete the sentence is "too." The other options do not fit the context of the sentence. "Way" refers to a route or direction, "very" means to a high degree or intensity, and "so" means to such a great extent. However, none of these options convey the idea of something being too extreme or intense to be expressed in words.
Question 42 Rapport
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
Nwankwo was on the verge of signing a two-year contract with the club.
Détails de la réponse
The word "verge" in this sentence means "brink." Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word is "brink."
Question 43 Rapport
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the italicized words or expressions.
The rapist claimed that the woman’s voluptuous hips attracted him.
Détails de la réponse
The option nearest in meaning to "voluptuous" is "sexy". Explanation: The word "voluptuous" means having a full and rounded shape, especially in the hips and breasts. This word is often used to describe a woman's body in a sexual or attractive manner. The word "sexy" is a slang term that is used to describe someone or something that is sexually attractive. The two words have similar connotations, so the option that is closest in meaning to "voluptuous" is "sexy".
Question 44 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
Wherever the leader went people struggled to catch a __________ of him.
Détails de la réponse
The option that best completes the gap is "glimpse." The sentence suggests that the leader is popular and people are interested in seeing him, but they are having difficulty doing so because he is always on the move. The word "glimpse" means a quick look at something or someone, which makes it the best word to complete the gap. , "look," is a synonym of "glimpse" but is not as fitting in the sentence since it does not convey the sense of a fleeting or quick moment that "glimpse" does. "view," is a broader term that can refer to a longer and more sustained look at something, and is not as fitting in this context. "picture," refers to a static image, and does not capture the dynamic action of trying to see someone who is constantly on the move.
Question 45 Rapport
Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
Adawo is an imp.
Détails de la réponse
An imp is a mischievous child or person. In fairy stories, an imp is a small, magical creature that often causes trouble in a playful way.
Question 46 Rapport
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
He is loved for his altruism.
Détails de la réponse
The opposite of 'altruism' is 'selfishness'. Altruism refers to the quality of being selfless and putting the needs of others before oneself, while selfishness refers to the quality of being concerned primarily with one's own interests or welfare, often at the expense of others. Therefore, if someone is loved for their altruism, it means they are appreciated for their selfless behavior, and the opposite of that would be selfish behavior.
Question 47 Rapport
Choose the option that has the same consonant sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
joint
Détails de la réponse
joint: /dʒɔɪnt/
advantage: /əd.ˈvɑːn.tɪdʒ/
Question 48 Rapport
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
We found a shady place for the display.
Détails de la réponse
shady means situated in or full of shade (giving shade from sunlight).
Question 49 Rapport
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap.
The patient is suffering from ____________.
Détails de la réponse
The patient is suffering from "rheumatism." This term refers to a broad range of conditions that cause pain and inflammation in the joints, muscles, and other tissues of the body. Rheumatism can affect people of all ages and can be caused by various factors, including genetics, infections, and environmental factors. Treatment for rheumatism may involve medication, exercise, and lifestyle changes.
Question 50 Rapport
In order to approach the problem of anxiety in play, let us consider the problem of anxiety in play, let us consider the activity of building and destroying a tower. Many a mother thinks that her little son is in a 'destructive stage' or even has a 'destructive personality' because after building a big, big tower, the boy cannot follow her advice to leave the tower for Daddy to see, but instead must kick it and make it collapse. The almost manic pleasure with which children watch the collapse in a second of the product of long play-labour has puzzled many, especially since the child does not appreciate it at all if his tower falls by accident or by a helpful uncle’s hand. He, the builder, must destroy it himself. This game, I should think, arises from the not so distant experience of sudden falls at the very time when standing upright on wobbly legs afforded a new and fascinating perspective on existence. The child who consequently learns to make a tower 'stand up' enjoys causing the same tower to waver and collapse; in addition to the active mastery over a previously passive event, it makes one feel stronger to know that there is somebody weaker ----and towers, unlike little sister, can't cry and call, 'Mummy!'
How does the author try to explain this ‘destructive stage'?
Détails de la réponse
The author tries to explain the "destructive stage" as growing out of the child's recent experiences of sudden falls. Explanation: The author argues that the child's behavior of building and then destroying a tower is rooted in their recent experience of sudden falls while learning to stand upright. The child has learned to make the tower "stand up," and the pleasure they feel from causing the same tower to waver and collapse comes from their active mastery over a previously passive event. The author suggests that this behavior is not simply a "destructive stage," but rather a result of the child's experiences and the desire to feel stronger.
Question 51 Rapport
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap.
I would have been surprised if you ____________ the orange.
Détails de la réponse
The best word(s) or phrase(s) to fill the gap is "had plucked". Explanation: The sentence is written in the past tense and has a hypothetical tone, indicating that the speaker was imagining a scenario in which the person in question plucked the orange. The use of "would have been surprised" implies that the scenario being discussed did not actually happen. To reflect the hypothetical and past-tense nature of the sentence, the past perfect tense "had plucked" is the most appropriate choice.
Question 52 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
I'll find time for my _________ when I get _________with this difficult assignment.
Détails de la réponse
The correct option is "pastime/through." "Pastime" refers to a hobby or leisure activity that one enjoys doing during their free time. In this context, the speaker is saying that they will find time for their hobby once they are finished with the difficult assignment. The word "through" means to come to the end of a task or activity, which fits with the context of the sentence. The other options are incorrect spellings or combinations of the words "pastime" and "through" with other words that do not fit the context of the sentence.
Question 53 Rapport
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics.
Everyone testifies to the unique taste of our flavor.
Détails de la réponse
The option that is opposite in meaning to the word "unique" in the given sentence is option "B" - Common. "Unique" means one of a kind, exceptional, or unusual, while "common" means ordinary, usual, or familiar. Therefore, if something is "unique," it is not common, and vice versa. In the given sentence, the speaker is emphasizing that the flavor of their product is special and different from others, which means the opposite of "unique" would be "common" as it implies that the taste is not distinctive or special. Options "A," "C," and "D" do not have meanings opposite to "unique." "Offensive" means causing anger or displeasure, "uncommon" means rare or infrequent, and "sufficient" means enough or adequate.
Question 54 Rapport
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
The exhibition was an eye opener to all.
Détails de la réponse
exhibition: a presentation or demonstration
Question 55 Rapport
In order to approach the problem of anxiety in play, let us consider the problem of anxiety in play, let us consider the activity of building and destroying a tower. Many a mother thinks that her little son is in a 'destructive stage' or even has a 'destructive personality' because after building a big, big tower, the boy cannot follow her advice to leave the tower for Daddy to see, but instead must kick it and make it collapse. The almost manic pleasure with which children watch the collapse in a second of the product of long play-labour has puzzled many, especially since the child does not appreciate it at all if his tower falls by accident or by a helpful uncle’s hand. He, the builder, must destroy it himself. This game, I should think, arises from the not so distant experience of sudden falls at the very time when standing upright on wobbly legs afforded a new and fascinating perspective on existence. The child who consequently learns to make a tower 'stand up' enjoys causing the same tower to waver and collapse; in addition to the active mastery over a previously passive event, it makes one feel stronger to know that there is somebody weaker ----and towers, unlike little sister, can't cry and call, 'Mummy!'
What other feeling does the child derive from the fall of his tower apart from pleasure?
Détails de la réponse
The child derives a sense of strength from the fall of his tower. As mentioned in the text, the child enjoys causing the tower to waver and collapse, and it makes them feel stronger to know that there is something weaker (the tower) that can't cry for help. The child's experience of standing upright on wobbly legs, and the subsequent mastery over a previously passive event (the tower falling), contributes to this sense of strength.
Question 56 Rapport
A wolf, seeing a lamb drinking from a river, wanted to find a pretext for devouring him, He stood higher up the stream and accused the lamb of muddying the water so that he could not drink. The lamb said that he drank only the tip of his tongue and that in any case he was standing lower down the river, and could not possible disturb the water higher When this excuse failed him, the wolf said: 'Well, last year you insulted my father.' "I wasn't even born then replied the lamb. 'You are good at finding answer' said the wolf, 'but what do you mean by taking up so much of the path where I am walking?' The lamb, frightened at the wolf's angry tone and terrible aspect, told him, with all due submission, that he could not conceive how his walking on such a wide path could occasion him any inconvenience. 'What!' exclaimed the wolf, seemingly in great anger and indignation. 'You are as impudent as your father who seized me by the throat last year and caused me to be kept in a cage for three months'. 'If you will believe me,' said the lamb, 'my parents are poor simple creatures who live entirely by green stuff, we are none of us hunters of your species.' Ah! I see it's no use talking to you,' said the wolf, drawing up close to him. 'it runs in the blood of your family to hate us wolves, and therefore,as we have come so conveniently together, I'll just pay off a few of your forefathers scores before we part.' So saying, he leapt at the lamb from behind and garotted him. Adapted from Bennet. C.H(1978)
From the way the story ended, it can be concluded that the
Détails de la réponse
The conclusion of the story is that the wolf killed the lamb, despite the lamb's attempts to reason with the wolf and explain that he and his parents were not hunters and had no ill-will towards wolves. The wolf had already made up his mind to kill the lamb and was simply using any excuse he could find to justify his actions. Therefore, is correct: the lamb did not survive the encounter.
Question 57 Rapport
Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The events of last Friday show that there is no love lost between the Principal.
Détails de la réponse
Today, however, the phrase no love lost signifies ill will exclusively. If there is no love lost between two people, they have a strong enmity towards or hate for the other and make no effort to conceal it.
Question 58 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
If you keep playing with this door handle, it will get __________.
Détails de la réponse
The best option to complete the sentence is "loose". Explanation: "Loose" means not tightly fixed in place or likely to become unattached or move around. In the context of the sentence, if someone keeps playing with the door handle, it is likely to become loose over time, meaning it may not fit properly or might not work correctly. "Lose" means to be deprived of something or to fail to win a game or competition. It does not make sense in the context of the sentence. "Loosed" is the past tense of "loose", but it is not appropriate in the sentence since the sentence is in the present tense. "Loosing" is the present participle of "loose", but it is not appropriate in the sentence since it does not fit the tense of the sentence.
Question 59 Rapport
Choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
You may now ___________ with your presentation.
Détails de la réponse
Note the spelling of each word.
Question 60 Rapport
According to this passage, it gives the child great pleasure
Détails de la réponse
According to the passage, it gives the child great pleasure to destroy the tower himself. Explanation: The passage describes the child's behavior of building and then destroying a tower. The author argues that the child's pleasure from destroying the tower comes from their active mastery over a previously passive event. The child enjoys causing the tower to waver and collapse and this behavior is not appreciated if the tower falls by accident or is destroyed by someone else. Therefore, the option that best fits the information in the passage is "To destroy the tower himself".
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