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Swali 1 Ripoti
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap.
By the time the plane reaches Harare, it __________in the air for twelve hours.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The correct answer is "would have been" since it shows the possible future action.
Swali 2 Ripoti
Choose the option that has a different stress pattern from the others.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The stress pattern of a word is the way all the syllables are stressed in it. There can be main and secondary stress, or unstressed sounds. There are different ways to show the stress pattern of a word. Notice the point of syllabic stress at the point where we have the apostrophe and compare the first word (the correct answer) to the other words.
registration: /rɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃ(ə)n/
quadruplicate: /kwɒˈdruːplɪkət/
ability: /əˈbɪlɪti/
revivalist: /rɪˈvʌɪv(ə)list/
Swali 3 Ripoti
Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The organization is constantly in a state of flux.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 4 Ripoti
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.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 5 Ripoti
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.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 6 Ripoti
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the italicized words or expressions.
High mortality rate is becoming increasingly predominant.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The option nearest in meaning to "becoming increasingly predominant" is "rampant". Explanation: The word "predominant" means widespread or widespread in dominance. The word "increasingly" implies that the situation is becoming more and more widespread. The word "rampant" means growing or spreading unchecked, which is a similar idea to "becoming increasingly predominant". Therefore, "rampant" is the option that is closest in meaning to the italicized words.
Swali 7 Ripoti
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phase in italics.
The journalist said he was working freelance.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The option opposite in meaning to the word "freelance" is "dependently". "Freelance" means working independently, without being tied to a particular employer or company. Option "tireless" means without becoming tired or exhausted, and is not opposite in meaning to "freelance". Option "without pay" is similar in meaning to "freelance" in the sense that both describe a lack of permanent employment, but "without pay" implies that the work is done voluntarily or without compensation, while "freelance" implies that the work is done for pay. Option "satisfactorily" is not opposite in meaning to "freelance", as it does not relate to the concept of employment or working independently.
Swali 8 Ripoti
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?
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 9 Ripoti
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phase in italics.
He is loved for his altruism.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The option opposite in meaning to "altruism" is "selfishness". Explanation: The word "altruism" means the quality of being concerned with the welfare of others and acting to promote that welfare, often at a cost to oneself. The word "selfishness" means being concerned primarily with one's own interests and personal gain, often disregarding the welfare of others. The two words are opposite in meaning, so the option that is opposite in meaning to "altruism" is "selfishness".
Swali 10 Ripoti
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 charges levelled against the lamb are
Maelezo ya Majibu
The charges levelled against the lamb are "pollution, insolence, obstruction, and aggression". Explanation: The wolf is trying to find a reason to devour the lamb and so he accuses the lamb of various things. The first charge is pollution, as the wolf claims the lamb is muddying the water and making it impossible for him to drink. The second charge is insolence, as the wolf accuses the lamb of being impudent and disrespectful. The third charge is obstruction, as the wolf claims that the lamb is taking up too much space on the path and causing inconvenience. The fourth charge is aggression, as the wolf claims that the lamb's forefathers had attacked wolves in the past. These four charges, taken together, make up the accusations against the lamb.
Swali 11 Ripoti
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics.
The driver was discharged while the car owner was ___________ for fraud.
Maelezo ya Majibu
To discharge someone means to legally release them from confinement.
To detain means to put someone under custody.
Swali 12 Ripoti
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
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 13 Ripoti
After so many trials, the experiment __________
Maelezo ya Majibu
After so many trials, the experiment paid off.
pay off: (of a course of action) yield good results; succeed
Swali 14 Ripoti
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
Wherever the leader went people struggled to catch a __________ of him.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 15 Ripoti
Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
Adawo is an imp.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 16 Ripoti
According to this passage, it gives the child great pleasure
Maelezo ya Majibu
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".
Swali 17 Ripoti
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
The chairman refused to shake __________ with the secretary.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The option that best completes the gap is "hands." This means that the chairman refused to shake hands with the secretary. The word "hands" is the correct form because it is the plural form of "hand" and refers to both of their hands.
Swali 18 Ripoti
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.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The option nearest in meaning to the italicized words is "foreign" as it refers to French being an unfamiliar language.
Swali 19 Ripoti
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the italicized words or expressions.
The rapist claimed that the woman’s voluptuous hips attracted him.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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".
Swali 20 Ripoti
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'?
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 21 Ripoti
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap.
The patient is suffering from ____________.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 22 Ripoti
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.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 23 Ripoti
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.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 24 Ripoti
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
Ayodeji is an ardent supporter of education for the child.
Maelezo ya Majibu
An ardent supporter means a passionate supporter. Therefore, the option closest in meaning to the underlined word is "a passionate".
Swali 25 Ripoti
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
Wherever the leader went people struggled to catch a _______ of him.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 26 Ripoti
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
The meeting was cancelled because of the convocation.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word "cancelled" means that the meeting was not held and was stopped from happening. "Cancelled" is closest in meaning to "called off."
Swali 27 Ripoti
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?
Maelezo ya Majibu
The moral of the story: if you have made up your mind to hang your dog, any rope will do for the purpose.
Swali 28 Ripoti
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.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 29 Ripoti
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
The Governor told the chief that he was only on a routine tour.
Maelezo ya Majibu
routine: performed as part of a regular procedure rather than for a special reason
Swali 30 Ripoti
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.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 31 Ripoti
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
The journalist said he was working freelance.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Freelance means self-employed and hired to work for different companies on particular assignments. A freelancer or freelance worker, is a term commonly used for a person who is self-employed and is not necessarily committed to a particular employer long-term. In other words, a freelancer works somewhat independently.
Swali 32 Ripoti
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
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 33 Ripoti
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
He is notorious for his drunkenness.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 34 Ripoti
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
All God's prophets were given the great __________ to preach salvation to people.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 35 Ripoti
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
Mrs. Okoro __________ in this school since 1975.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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).
Swali 36 Ripoti
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
If you keep playing with this door handle, it will get __________.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 37 Ripoti
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!'
The expression 'must kick it and make it collapse' in this context means
Maelezo ya Majibu
The expression 'must kick it and make it collapse' means that the child feels compelled or driven to destroy the tower that they have built. It implies that the child cannot resist the urge to demolish it. The phrase 'must kick it' suggests a sense of necessity or obligation to destroy the tower.
Swali 38 Ripoti
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
Maelezo ya Majibu
We didn't have to postpone the concert.
Swali 39 Ripoti
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics.
Father Francis thanked God for the abundance of blessings his family received.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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."
Swali 40 Ripoti
Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The team adapted to the new tactic as clean as a whistle.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The expression ‘as clean as a whistle’ means perfectly and without errors.
Swali 41 Ripoti
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
Maelezo ya Majibu
manic means showing wild, apparently deranged, excitement and energy
Swali 42 Ripoti
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
While the worshippers closed their eyes in prayer, a thief made __________ with the collection.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 43 Ripoti
Choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
You may now ___________ with your presentation.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Note the spelling of each word.
Swali 44 Ripoti
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
The witness averred that she had seen Dosun at the scene of the crime.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The option opposite in meaning to the word "averred" is "denied". To "aver" means to declare or assert something in a positive, confident, and forceful way. So, if the witness "averred" that she had seen Dosun at the scene of the crime, it means she positively and confidently asserted that she saw Dosun there. Therefore, the opposite of "averred" is "denied", which means to state that something is not true or to refuse to acknowledge or accept something.
Swali 45 Ripoti
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
Our principal took exception to the ignoble role the teacher played in the matter.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The option opposite in meaning to "ignoble" is "honorable". Explanation: The word "ignoble" means having or showing a lack of honor or moral principles; unbecoming. The word "honorable" means having or showing a strong moral character and principles, and deserving respect. The two words are opposite in meaning, so the option that is opposite in meaning to "ignoble" is "honorable".
Swali 46 Ripoti
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
The new ruler is big-hearted in his dealing with the people.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The nearest in meaning to "big-hearted" in this context is "generous". A ruler who is described as big-hearted in their dealings with the people means that they are kind and charitable in their actions towards the people they rule. Generous means being unselfish with one's resources and showing kindness to others.
Swali 47 Ripoti
Choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
I am not sure that all _____ well with John.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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."
Swali 48 Ripoti
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
The exhibition was an eye opener to all.
Maelezo ya Majibu
exhibition: a presentation or demonstration
Swali 49 Ripoti
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined.
For all he cared, the game was as good as lost.
Maelezo ya Majibu
For all (one) cares: One does not care (if something were to happen). The phrase always precedes or follows some hypothetical situation. E.g. They can all starve to death for all he cares.
As good as (something): In every practical or functional sense; almost certainly. E.g. If he's out there with no water, he's as good as dead in this heat.
Swali 50 Ripoti
Choose the option that has the same consonant sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
thatch
Maelezo ya Majibu
The option that has the same consonant sound as "thatch" is "method" because both words have the "th" sound at the beginning.
Swali 51 Ripoti
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics.
The driver was discharged while the car owner was ___________ for fraud.
Maelezo ya Majibu
To discharge someone means to legally release them from confinement.
To detain means to put someone under custody.
Swali 52 Ripoti
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
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 53 Ripoti
Choose the option that best completes the gap(s).
The principal _________ our mobile phones.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The principal "seized" our mobile phones. The word "seized" means to take hold of something suddenly and forcibly. In this case, it suggests that the principal took the students' mobile phones away, possibly as a form of punishment or to prevent distractions during school hours.
Swali 54 Ripoti
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap(s).
Now, I am used ________ bread without butter.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 55 Ripoti
Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics.
The manager commended the players for the narrow victory.
Maelezo ya Majibu
"Narrow" in this context means close or small margin (limited in extent, amount, or scope).
Swali 56 Ripoti
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 __________.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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 ).
Swali 57 Ripoti
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.
Maelezo ya Majibu
unprecedented means never done or known before.
insignificant means too small or unimportant to be worth consideration.
Swali 58 Ripoti
Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap.
I would have been surprised if you ____________ the orange.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
Swali 59 Ripoti
Choose the option that has the same consonant sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
joint
Maelezo ya Majibu
joint: /dʒɔɪnt/
advantage: /əd.ˈvɑːn.tɪdʒ/
Swali 60 Ripoti
Choose the option that best completes the gap.
I'll find time for my _________ when I get _________with this difficult assignment.
Maelezo ya Majibu
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.
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