JAMB UTME - Use of English - 2002

The word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option that best fits the expression in the sentence.

My UNCLE retired from the police?

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The word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option that best fits the expression in the sentence.He travelled ONLY 20 kilometres before his car stopped?

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Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.Despite all preparations, the wedding did not _____ ?

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In each of the following questions, the word in capital letter has the emphatic stress. Choose the option that best fits the expression in the sentence.
The man BOUGHT the newspaper

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Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).The teacher's apparent nonchalant attitude was misconstrued by his students?

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The option nearest in meaning to the underlined word is "misinterpreted". This is because "misconstrued" means to interpret something in the wrong way, so the students did not understand the teacher's attitude correctly. "Misrepresented" means to give a false or misleading representation of something, while "misquoted" means to repeat something someone said inaccurately. "Condoned" means to approve or allow something, which is not the intended meaning of the sentence.

Choose the option that has a different vowel sound from the others?

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The word that has a different vowel sound from the others is "dog". The other three options have the same vowel sound, which is the 'uh' sound as in "cup". "Dog" has the 'aw' sound as in "law".

Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence.Audu was taken bad in the middle of the night?

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The correct answer is: He was ill. The sentence "Audu was taken bad in the middle of the night" implies that something negative happened to Audu during the night. The phrase "taken bad" is an idiom commonly used to mean "become ill." Therefore, the sentence indicates that Audu fell ill during the middle of the night.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.Ali has been cured of his amnesia, he no longer suffers from _____ ?

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Ali has been cured of his amnesia, he no longer suffers from loss of memory. Amnesia is a medical condition characterized by partial or complete loss of memory. The person affected by amnesia may have difficulty remembering past events or forming new memories. Therefore, when we say Ali was cured of his amnesia, it means that his memory has been restored, and he is no longer experiencing the loss of memory associated with amnesia. Hence, the correct option to fill in the blank is "loss of memory".

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.The highly appreciative audience clapped _____. hands and showered ______ on the lecturer?

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The correct answer is "their / encomiums". The sentence suggests that the lecturer received a positive response from the audience, and the two options provided are "encomiums" and "invectives". "Encomiums" means praises or compliments, while "invectives" means insults or criticism. Therefore, the most appropriate option to complete the sentence is "their / encomiums" since it fits the context of the sentence by indicating that the audience responded positively to the lecture by clapping their hands and showering the lecturer with praise and compliments.

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).The Executive Secretary has just assumed office?

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The option nearest in meaning to the underlined word "assumed office" is "started work." The phrase "assumed office" means that someone has officially taken on a new position or role. When someone "assumes office," it suggests that they have taken over responsibilities from someone else who previously held the position. Therefore, "started work" is the option nearest in meaning to "assumed office" because it indicates that the person has just started working in their new role. The other options are not the best fit for the sentence. "Resumed work" implies that the person had previously stopped working and then returned to work. "Returned" does not convey the official nature of assuming office. Finally, "been sworn in" refers specifically to a legal or official ceremony, which may not always be the case when someone assumes office.

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).His success may be described as a Pyrrhic victory?

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The term "Pyrrhic victory" refers to a victory that comes at such a high cost that it almost feels like a defeat. It is a situation where the winner has lost so much in the process of winning that it's difficult to see it as a true victory. Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to "Pyrrhic victory" is "costly."

Identify the word that has the stress on the first syllable.

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Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.The match gave the team a chance to show their _____.?

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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).The athlete has unexpectedly become indomitable?

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The option opposite in meaning to the underlined word "indomitable" is "weak".

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).They are considered to be legal luminaries

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The underlined word "luminaries" refers to individuals who are respected and recognized for their expertise, particularly in the field of law. The option that is nearest in meaning to "luminaries" is "experts". So, the sentence could be rephrased as "They are considered to be legal experts."

Choose the option that has the same consonant sound as the one represented by the underlined letter(s).
business?

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The expression 'we may well be asked' as used in the passage means

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In the passage, the expression "we may well be asked" means that it is quite likely that we will be asked to define a word whose meaning is not certain. It suggests that the possibility of being asked to define a word is significant enough that we should have some method of fixing the meaning of words in order to communicate effectively with other people.

The word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option that best fits the expression in the sentence.The university has been TEMPORARY closed.

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Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.The operations of the bank _____. not _____ cottage and small-scale industries?

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The appropriate option to fill the gaps is: "The operations of the bank do not cover cottage and small-scale industries." The verb should be in the present tense to agree with "bank" as a singular noun, and "cover" should be used instead of "covered" to show that the bank currently does not offer services to cottage and small-scale industries. So, the correct sentence is: "The operations of the bank do not cover cottage and small-scale industries."

Choose the word that has a different stress pattern from the others.

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Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.The quality of your questions which _____ always attracted attention _____ never in doubt?

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Identify the word that has the stress on the first syllable.

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The word that has the stress on the first syllable is "export" when used as a noun. When "export" is used as a noun, it refers to a product or service that is produced in one country and sold in another. In this case, the stress is on the first syllable: ex-PORT. The other options have the stress on different syllables. "Commute" has stress on the second syllable: co-MUTE. "Intend" has stress on the second syllable: in-TEND. "Import" has stress on the second syllable when used as a verb: im-PORT.

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The blank space refers to a term that describes the technique of using controls to find answers to scientific questions. Out of the four options given, the best word to fill the gap is "method" (option B). This is because the sentence is discussing the methodology that scientists use to conduct experiments and answer questions. Option A ("research") is incorrect because it does not accurately describe the specific technique being discussed. Option C ("tool") and option D ("rationale") are also incorrect because they do not accurately describe the technique being discussed or the purpose of using controls in scientific experiments.

In question number 17 above, choose the best option from letters A-D that best completes the gap.

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Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.Didn't ______ draw your attention to the entry requirements?

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Didn't anyone draw your attention to the entry requirements? Explanation: The use of the word "anyone" in the sentence indicates that the speaker is asking if no person drew attention to the entry requirements. The other options "someone," "somebody," and "everyone" would change the meaning of the sentence if they were used instead of "anyone."

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).The workers suddenly became restive?

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The option opposite in meaning to "restive" is "calm". "Restive" means to be restless, uneasy, or anxious, and can refer to a state of dissatisfaction or resistance. Therefore, if the workers suddenly became restive, it means they became restless or dissatisfied and were potentially showing signs of resistance to the situation. On the other hand, "calm" means to be peaceful, relaxed, and composed, with no signs of agitation or anxiety. So if the workers were calm, they would be displaying no signs of restlessness or resistance, and would be acting in a peaceful and composed manner.

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The appropriateness of a writing style depends on the situation in which it will be used. The writer should consider the expectations and preferences of the reader, as well as the formality of the report situation. If the situation is formal, impersonal writing is usually best. However, if the situation is informal and the report is more like a personal communication, personal writing may be appropriate. Ultimately, the writer must decide which style is best suited for the specific circumstances of each report situation.

Choose the option that has the same consonant sound as the one represented by the underlined letter(s).

clothe?

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lothe - /kləʊð/
they - /ðeɪ/
Thomas - /tɔməs/
three - /θriː/
mouth - /maʊθ/

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The statement that is true according to the passage is that the impersonal style helps to achieve a measure of objectivity in report writing. The passage explains how early report writers developed an impersonal writing style to emphasize factual material over personalities and achieve objectivity. However, in recent years, there has been a debate on the effectiveness of the impersonal style, with some writers advocating for personal writing as more forceful and direct. Nonetheless, the writer must decide which style is best for each report situation based on expectations, formality, and circumstance.

Choose the option that has a different vowel sound from the others?

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does /dʌz/, flood /flʌd/, world /wəːld/, son /sʌn/

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The correct answer to the question is option D, "conditions". The passage talks about how scientists conduct experiments by controlling certain variables to isolate the effect of one variable. To achieve this, the scientist has to keep all other variables, such as temperature, moisture, and nourishment, the same. The word that best completes the gap is "conditions" because the sentence is referring to the factors that need to be kept constant in the experiment to isolate the effect of the variable being studied. Therefore, the option "conditions" is the most appropriate option for the gap.

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).Tunde's reaction underscores the point I was making?

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The option opposite in meaning to "underscores" is "contradicts". "Underscores" means to emphasize or highlight the importance of something, typically by drawing attention to it or emphasizing its significance. Therefore, if Tunde's reaction underscored the point, it means his reaction helped to emphasize the point the speaker was making. On the other hand, "contradicts" means to deny or oppose something, to be in conflict with it, or to assert the opposite. Therefore, if Tunde's reaction contradicts the point, it means that his reaction goes against or opposes the point that the speaker was making.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.The members elected Baba _____ of the committee?

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The word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option that best fits the expression in the sentence.

The man BOUGHT the newspaper.

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In answering questions on emphatic stress, the correct answer is usually the one that contradicts the statement.

option A clearly state the newspaper was bought by the man

option B has emphasis on the word read

option C has its emphasis on the person who bought the paper

option D has its emphatic stress on what was bought (newspaper).  All the options except B has the emphasis of buying the newspaper. Therefore option B best explains the above statement.

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).The evidence the leader gave was incontrovertible?

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The opposite of "incontrovertible" is "contestable." When something is described as "incontrovertible," it means that it is indisputable, impossible to argue against or deny, or beyond doubt. In other words, there is no room for disagreement or debate. On the other hand, when something is "contestable," it means that it is open to challenge, debate, or disagreement. In this case, the evidence presented by the leader could be questioned or argued against. "Practicable" means something is practical or feasible; "logical" means something is reasonable and makes sense. These words do not convey the opposite meaning of "incontrovertible."

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).He is a stringer for a newspaper?

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The option nearest in meaning to the underlined word "stringer" is "a freelancer for". This is because a stringer is a freelance journalist or photographer who is not employed on a regular basis by a news organization, but who is paid for each individual piece of work that they produce.

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).The high cost of living these days calls for a lot of frugality?

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The word "frugality" in the sentence means being careful with money and not wasting it. An option that is opposite in meaning to this word would be "extravagance," which means spending money in a wasteful or excessive manner.

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).The manager made disparaging remarks about the retiring officer?

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The option nearest in meaning to "disparaging" is "derogatory". "Disparaging" means expressing the opinion that something is of little worth or quality, or showing disrespect towards something or someone. Therefore, if the manager made disparaging remarks about the retiring officer, it means that the manager said something that was disrespectful or critical of the officer. "Derogatory" means showing a critical or disrespectful attitude towards something or someone, or intended to lower the reputation of something or someone. Therefore, "derogatory" is the option nearest in meaning to "disparaging" because they both have similar definitions and describe the same type of behavior.

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).The President gave another extemporaneous speech last Friday?

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The word "extemporaneous" means "done without any preparation." So, the opposite of "extemporaneous" would be "planned" or "prepared." Therefore, the correct option is "planned."

Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence.After the successful operation, he recovered by leaps and bounds?

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The sentence means that the person's recovery was very rapid and they improved quickly after a successful operation. - "He got well very rapidly" - best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.

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The advocate of deregulation is arguing that competition should be allowed in the production and distribution of petroleum products, and that it will benefit several Nigerians. The argument is that the government's control of the industry has led to inefficiency, corruption, and high prices, and that deregulation will reduce wastage, corruption and inefficiency while also ensuring that the products are available at reasonable prices. Therefore, the correct option that summarizes the advocate's arguments is "competition in the oil industry will be beneficial to several Nigerians."

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).The warming tribes have told been told to parley with each other?

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The phrase "parley with each other" means to hold talks or negotiations with each other. So, the option nearest in meaning is "hold talks."

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.The future of the company is _____ though many seem _____about it?

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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).Her phlegmatic temperament endears her to her friends?

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The statement that can be deduced from the passage is: accurate definition is invaluable to communication but difficult to achieve. The passage explains that in order to communicate effectively, we must have a method of fixing the meaning of the words we use, and that definitions can be used to accomplish this. However, the passage also notes that defining words accurately can be difficult, and that some methods of defining words are more effective than others. The passage discusses traditional methods of defining words, such as indicating the class to which something belongs and its distinguishing properties, as well as other methods, such as enumeration. It also notes that definitions may fail if they include a distinguishing mark that does not apply to all members of the defined class or excludes some members that should be included. Therefore, the correct statement is that accurate definition is invaluable to communication but difficult to achieve.

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The word in capital letters has the emphatic stress. Choose the option that best fits the expression in the sentence.

The king RAN to the palace?

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Which of the following best describes the writer of the passage?

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The writer of the passage recognizes that there is a controversy over the use of personal and impersonal writing styles in report writing. The writer presents arguments in favor of both styles and acknowledges that there are situations where either style can be appropriate. The writer is not completely non-committal, as they provide guidance for when to use each style based on the circumstances of the report situation. However, the writer cannot be said to be completely objective, as they express their own opinion that impersonal writing can be interesting and any dullness is the fault of the writer. Therefore, the best description of the writer is that they recognize the need to consider both personal and impersonal writing styles in report writing and provide guidance for when to use each, but also express their own opinion on the matter.

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Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).Let us not indulge in recrimination?

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The word "recrimination" refers to the act of accusing someone of wrongdoing in response to their own accusation. In this context, the speaker is suggesting that they should avoid blaming or accusing each other for past events or mistakes. The option nearest in meaning to "recrimination" is "counter-accusation". This is because both words refer to the act of accusing someone in response to an accusation. However, "recrimination" implies a more back-and-forth exchange of accusations between two parties, while "counter-accusation" simply means responding to an accusation with another accusation. The other options - "indictment", "accusation", and "unfounded allegation" - do not fully capture the meaning of "recrimination" in this context. An indictment refers specifically to a formal accusation of a crime, while an accusation can be more general. "Unfounded allegation" implies that the original accusation is baseless or untrue, which is not necessarily the case in this context.

In each of the following questions, the word in capital letter has the emphatic stress. Choose the option that best fits the expression in the sentence.
The chief RAN to the place

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Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).Practicing medicine is not as lucrative as many people think?

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The option nearest in meaning to the underlined words "think" is "assume." In the sentence, the word "lucrative" means profitable or moneymaking, and the phrase "not as" suggests that people have a perception that practicing medicine is highly profitable. The word "assume" means to suppose something without verification or to take something for granted, which is the closest in meaning to "think" in this context. Therefore, the correct option is "assume," as it conveys the idea that many people believe that practicing medicine is very profitable without having verified the actual facts.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.We did not understand what the magistrate said about _____. and battery?

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We did not understand what the magistrate said about assault and battery. Explanation: The statement mentions that the magistrate said something about a crime that involved both assault and battery. Assault refers to an act that causes fear of an imminent harm, while battery refers to the actual physical contact or harm caused to the victim. Therefore, it is likely that the magistrate was discussing a case that involved an assault followed by a battery. The other options (acid, insult, and touching) are not directly related to the crime of assault and battery.

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The most appropriate title for this passage is "Making a Case for Deregulation". The passage argues in favor of deregulation of the oil industry in Nigeria and presents examples of how deregulation has benefited other sectors of the economy in the country. It also addresses the fears and opposition to deregulation and presents a case for how it can bring relief to consumers and reduce inefficiencies in the industry.

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According to the passage, the true statement is that the opposition to the deregulation of the oil industry is not unanimous. While some Nigerians are resentful of deregulation due to fears of being at the mercy of a heartless cartel, others see it as a way to introduce healthy competition and reduce wastage, corruption, and inefficiency in the industry. The passage also mentions that the Nigeria Labour Congress has threatened to "deregulate" the government if it goes ahead with the plan, indicating that there is opposition to deregulation.

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According to the passage, most of the writing in newspapers, news magazines, and journals is impersonal and usually it is not dull. This means that the writing style used by most newspapers, news magazines, and journals is not personal, but instead focuses on factual material and is written in the third person, without I’s, we’s, or you’s. However, the passage also notes that impersonal writing can and should be interesting, and that any dullness in the writing is the fault of the writer.

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The best option to complete the gap is "constant" (option A). This is because the sentence is discussing how the scientist keeps other variables the same while varying only one variable (light) in order to clearly see the effect of light on plants. "Constant" means "unchanging" or "unchanged", which fits in the context of the sentence. The other options, "good", "dark", and "natural" do not fit the context of the sentence and do not make sense in the given context.

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).The governor's visit is an unprecedented event in the history of the social club?

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The opposite of "unprecedented" is "an insignificant". "Unprecedented" means never done or known before, which implies that the event is very significant. Therefore, "an insignificant" is the opposite of "unprecedented".

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.You are free to solicit _____ support from the board?

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The correct answer is: "financial" Explanation: The sentence is discussing the type of support that can be requested from the board. The word "financial" indicates that the support being sought is related to money or finances, which is the appropriate option to use in this sentence. None of the other options are grammatically correct or contextually appropriate in this sentence.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.These _____. must have _____. the World Bank officials?

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These analyses must have attracted the World Bank officials. The correct answer is "analyses/attracted". The sentence is in the past tense and requires the past tense form of the verb "attract". The subject "these analyses" is plural and requires the plural form of the verb "attract", which is "attracted". Therefore, the correct sentence is "These analyses must have attracted the World Bank officials."

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.Whenever we have _____ we feel better?

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The correct option is "a good long talk together." The sentence expresses the idea that having a "good long talk together" makes us feel better. The words "good" and "long" are both adjectives that modify the noun "talk," indicating that the talk should be both enjoyable and extended in duration. The word "together" indicates that this conversation is something that occurs between two or more people. Among the given options, "a good long talk together" is the only one that uses both adjectives in the correct order and puts the word "together" in the right position to show that the talk is a shared experience. The other options either reverse the order of the adjectives or place the word "together" in the wrong place in the sentence, making them grammatically incorrect.

Choose the option that has the same consonant sound as the one represented by the underlined letter(s).

Preached?

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Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence.His meteoric rise to fame surprise everyone?

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The sentence means that he became successful very suddenly and people were amazed at his rapid success. Therefore, the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence is "People were amazed at his rapid success."

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).The witness averred that had seen Dosun at the scene of the crime?

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The option opposite in meaning to the underlined word "averred" is "denied". "Averred" means to declare or state something as true, so the opposite would be to deny or reject the truth of the statement.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided. _____ a motor cycle can be harmful _____ your health.

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"Riding a motorcycle can be harmful to your health." This is the most appropriate option because it correctly uses the verb "riding" to describe the action of operating a motorcycle, and the preposition "to" to indicate the potential negative impact on one's health. Motorcycles are fun and convenient to ride, but they also pose significant risks to riders. Motorcyclists are more likely to be involved in accidents than drivers of cars and trucks, and injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents can be severe and life-threatening. Common injuries include broken bones, head trauma, and road rash, among others. To minimize the risks associated with riding a motorcycle, it's essential to wear appropriate safety gear, including a helmet, protective clothing, and footwear. Riders should also take motorcycle safety courses to learn how to operate their bikes safely and defensively on the road. By taking these precautions, riders can reduce the likelihood of accidents and injuries, and enjoy the freedom of the open road safely.

Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence.The organization is constantly in a state of flux?

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The best option that explains the information conveyed in the sentence is "There are periodic changes in the organization." The phrase "in a state of flux" means that something is constantly changing or in a state of continuous motion or instability. Therefore, the sentence implies that the organization is undergoing frequent changes, which could be due to several reasons such as growth, restructuring, or adaptation to new environments.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided. _____ any problems, I shall travel to London tomorrow on a business trip?

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Choose the option that has the same consonant sound as the one represented by the underlined letter(s).

cough?

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Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.By this time next year, I _____ twenty years old?

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The most appropriate option to fill in the gap is "will be". The speaker is talking about a future event, which is their age in a year's time. "Will be" is the simple future tense and it's the most appropriate option to indicate a future event that is certain to happen.

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).He gave an unsatisfactory excuse but the boss swallowed it hook, line and sinker?

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The phrase "hook, line and sinker" means to believe something completely or without any doubt. Therefore, the option that is opposite in meaning would be "with a pinch of salt," which means to doubt or not completely believe something.

Choose the option that has a different vowel sound from the others.

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Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).Adigun's jokes are always puerile?

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The word 'puerile' means childish or immature. Therefore, the option nearest in meaning is 'childish.'

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).I wish the commander were less adamant about his proposed reprisal attack on the enemy?

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The option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s) is "unyielding about / retaliatory". The word "adamant" means unyielding or uncompromising, while "reprisal" means retaliatory action taken in response to an attack or injury. Therefore, the sentence implies that the commander is stubbornly insistent on carrying out a retaliatory attack on the enemy, and the speaker wishes he would be less so.

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The conclusion that can be reached from the passage is that the deregulation of the oil industry in Nigeria does not necessarily mean that the government will relinquish its control over the industry. The absence of direct control does not imply that the government will surrender all its rights to entrepreneurs who may want to participate in the industry. The opposition to deregulation is mainly due to the fear that the government will leave Nigerians at the mercy of a heartless cartel who would command the heights of the oil industry and cause the pump price of fuel to rise above the means of most Nigerians. The government argues that if the current NNPC monopoly were broken with the introduction of entrepreneurs to the refining and sale of petroleum products in the country, the Nigerian people would be all the better for it. The deregulation of the oil sector should bring some relief to the people by ensuring that wastage, corruption, and inefficiency are reduced to the minimum. Competition will also result in the availability of petroleum products at reasonable prices, which will benefit the consumers. Therefore, the conclusion is that the deregulation of the oil industry does not preclude the government from exerting its influence.

Instruction: Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
The principal took exception to the ignoble role the prefect played in the matter.

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The option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word is "honourable." Ignoble means dishonorable or not worthy of respect, so the opposite of ignoble is honorable, which means worthy of respect and admiration.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.One advantage of the English language in Nigeria is that it puts everyone _____. a common _____. ?

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The correct option to fill in the first gap is "on", and the correct option for the second gap is "footing". To put everyone "on footing" means to give everyone an equal or level playing field, a fair and equal opportunity to compete or participate. Therefore, the sentence implies that the English language in Nigeria provides a common means of communication that allows everyone to be on equal footing, that is, to have equal access to opportunities, regardless of their background or socio-economic status.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.The officer described the comments as _____. because it was very amusing?

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The officer described the comments as "ludicrous" because they were very amusing. "Ludicrous" means something that is ridiculous or absurd, often to the point of being humorous. In this context, the officer found the comments to be amusing and therefore described them as ludicrous. The other options do not fit the context since they suggest negative connotations, such as danger, sadness, or defamation.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.The members of the team agree _____. all the members of the contract?

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Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).Tortoises need cool climates and must have places where they can hibernate?

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The word "hibernate" refers to a state of inactivity that animals go into during the winter months, to conserve energy and survive the cold. It is similar to a deep sleep or a state of relaxation, but it is specifically associated with cold weather and the need to survive in extreme temperatures. Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to "hibernate" is "sleep deeply".

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.The army officer said that more _____ would be needed to prosecute the war?

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The correct option is "guerrillas". "Guerrillas" are fighters who engage in irregular warfare tactics, such as ambushes, sabotage, and hit-and-run attacks. This term is commonly used to describe fighters who oppose a larger, more conventional military force. The sentence suggests that the army officer believes that more guerrillas are needed to prosecute the war. This could mean that the officer believes that the current number of guerrillas is insufficient to achieve victory or that the military needs to recruit or train additional guerrilla fighters.

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).The hardline posture of the labour leader has not helped matters?

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The opposite meaning of the underlined word "hardline" is "compromising". In the sentence, the phrase "hardline posture" suggests that the labour leader is taking a strict and inflexible position, which is not helping to resolve the issue. On the other hand, if the leader were to take a more compromising position, they would be more willing to negotiate and find a mutually beneficial solution. Therefore, the option opposite in meaning to "hardline" is "compromising".

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).Teachers of music believes in its therap.eutic effect?

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The underlined word "therapeutic" suggests that music has a healing effect. Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to "therapeutic" is "healing."

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).Everyone admired the manager's adroit handling of the crises in the company?

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Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).He is notorious for his drunkenness?

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The option opposite in meaning to the underlined word "notorious" is "unknown." "Notorious" has a negative connotation and refers to something or someone who is widely known, usually for something negative, such as being notorious for criminal activity. Therefore, the opposite of "notorious" would be "unknown," which means that the person or thing is not well-known or recognized by others. The other options are not the best fit for the sentence. "Popular" suggests that the person is well-liked, which is not the same as being notorious. "Well known" and "renowned" also suggest that the person is widely recognized, which is the same as being notorious, and thus are not opposite in meaning.

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).The chairman's conduct redounds to the image of the company?

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The underlined word "redounds" means that the chairman's conduct has a positive effect on the image of the company. Therefore, the option opposite in meaning would be "detracts from" because it means that the chairman's conduct has a negative effect on the image of the company. In other words, it takes away from the company's positive image rather than adding to it.

Choose the option that has a different vowel sound from the others?

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The word 'weird' has a different vowel sound from the others. The vowel sound in 'weird' is pronounced as /ɪə/ while the other words have the same vowel sound pronounced as /iə/.

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).The man outran his wife when they heard the eerie sound?

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The option that best fits the meaning of the underlined word “eerie” is “scary”. The use of the word “eerie” in the sentence implies that the sound was strange and spooky, causing fear or apprehension.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.

He is _____ Kaduna ______ an official assignment?

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He is _____ Kaduna ______ an official assignment. The most appropriate options to fill in the blanks are "in" and "on", respectively. Therefore, the correct sentence is: "He is in Kaduna on an official assignment." "In" is used to indicate a location or place where someone or something is situated. "On" is used to indicate the purpose or reason for which someone is present at a particular location. So, in this sentence, "in Kaduna" indicates the location where the person is, and "on an official assignment" indicates the purpose or reason for which he is there.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.As election day draws near, the party looks _____ because many of its members have _____ other parties?

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The correct options to fill the gaps are "vulnerable / defected to". The phrase "election day draws near" suggests that the party is facing an upcoming election. The word "vulnerable" means susceptible to attack or harm, which implies that the party is at risk of losing the election. The phrase "many of its members have defected to other parties" means that a significant number of party members have left to join other political parties, which weakens the party's support base and makes it more vulnerable to defeat. Therefore, the option "vulnerable / defected to" best fits the context of the sentence.

Choose the word that has a different stress pattern from the others.

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The best option to complete the gap is "experiment". The sentence talks about the method of the controlled experiment chosen by the scientist to find out the effect of light on growing plants. Therefore, the answer is B, experiment.

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Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence.The politician was pilloried by the press for his inflammatory remarks?

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Choose the options that has the same consonant sounds as the one represented by the underlined letter(s).
Sing

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The consonant sound represented by the underlined letter "S" in "Sing" is /s/. The option that has the same consonant sound is "Sink," as it also starts with the /s/ sound. The other options start with different consonant sounds (/g/, /m/, and /f/) and do not match the consonant sound in "Sing."

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.Musa has lived here for five years but he does not seem able to get over the enormously _____. and elaborate rules that govern the society?

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Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).I wonder what will be left of his essay when the extraneous material is deleted?

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The best option nearest in meaning to the underlined word "extraneous" is "superfluous". "Extraneous" means irrelevant or unnecessary, while "superfluous" means more than necessary or surplus to requirements.

Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.If one perseveres _____ will surely succeed?

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The most appropriate option to fill the gap is "one." The sentence "If one perseveres, one will surely succeed" is a commonly used phrase that encourages persistence and determination towards a goal. Using "she" or "he" in the sentence could imply a gender-specific context, which may not be relevant or inclusive for all readers. On the other hand, "they" is a plural pronoun, which would not be grammatically correct in this sentence since it refers to more than one person. Therefore, "one" is the best option to use as it is gender-neutral and refers to a single individual.