WAEC SSCE - English Language - 2009

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The accused was caught red-handed by the police. This means that the accused was

Maelezo ya Majibu

The interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence "The accused was caught red-handed by the police" is "found in the very act." This means that the accused was caught in the act of committing a crime or doing something wrong. The phrase "red-handed" means caught in the act, often with incriminating evidence. The phrase likely originated from the idea of someone's hands being covered in blood, which would be evidence of a crime.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
I got into the room and discovered that there wasn't.............there.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option to complete the sentence is "anyone" (option C). The sentence is talking about a room that the speaker entered and found empty. "Anyone" is an indefinite pronoun that refers to any person, and it indicates the absence of people in a given place or situation. The other options are incorrect in this context because they either refer to the presence of people (someone, no one) or are a negative form of a noun (none), which doesn't fit with the sentence structure.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The missing word in question number 87 is related to the sport of fishing. Option A "affection," option C "relapse," and option D "stress" are not related to fishing, so they can be eliminated. The best option to fill the gap is option B "infection," which makes sense in the context of the passage as the sentence is discussing the nutrition obtained from fish while fishing. The passage highlights that fish is highly nutritious and can provide food for the fisherman, but if the fisherman is infected with malaria, then the health benefits may not be realized.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The hardened criminal was convicted ..............the charges

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "of". To be convicted "of" a crime means that a court of law has found you guilty of committing a particular offense. Therefore, the correct preposition to use in this sentence is "of". Saying "convicted of the charges" means that the hardened criminal was found guilty of committing the crimes for which they were charged. It is a common and widely used phrase in legal contexts.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
To some people, that custom is repugnant but to others it is...............

Maelezo ya Majibu

The underlined word is "repugnant", which means unacceptable or distasteful. We are to choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "repugnant" and correctly fills the gap in the sentence. The word that fits this description is "acceptable" which means able to be agreed on or suitable. The other options do not fit the description of being opposite in meaning to "repugnant". Therefore, the answer is option D, "acceptable".

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
They wished her................of the season.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "compliments". In this context, the word "compliments" means expressions of praise or admiration. The sentence implies that they wished her to have many expressions of praise or admiration of the season. "Compliment" means an expression of admiration or respect, while "complement" means to complete or enhance something by adding to it, and "complements" means things that complete or enhance something else.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Grace failed Mathematics last year but she has promised to turn over a new leaf this year. This means that this year Grace will

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate interpretation of the sentence is that this year Grace will "work harder." This is because the phrase "turn over a new leaf" is an idiom that means to make a fresh start or change one's behavior or attitude for the better. It implies that Grace was not doing well in Mathematics last year, but she has resolved to do better this year by making a fresh start or changing her approach. The other options are not fitting in the context of the sentence. For example, "be more vigilant" and "cling to her books" are not related to the idiom and do not fit the context of the sentence. "Examine both sides of a leaf" is also not related to the idiom. So the sentence means that Grace will work harder this year to improve her Mathematics performance. Therefore, option B, "work harder," is the correct answer.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Mr. Jato is a regular visitor of................

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "ours." The word "ours" is a possessive pronoun that indicates ownership or possession. In the sentence, "Mr. Jato is a regular visitor of ours," the speaker is implying that Mr. Jato is a regular visitor of the person/people speaking. The other options, "our own," "our's," and "ours'," are not grammatically correct. "Our own" is redundant since "our" already implies possession. "Our's" is an incorrect formation of the possessive pronoun "ours." "Ours'" is also incorrect since the apostrophe is used to show possession, but "ours" already indicates possession.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The report given by the boy is substantially correct and we have to decide what to do about it.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word "substantially" means "largely" or "essentially". In this context, it means that the report given by the boy is mostly correct or accurate. Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to "substantially" is "largely".

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
It was difficult for the doctor to.............the patient's ailment

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word to complete the sentence is "diagnose". To diagnose means to identify or determine the nature and cause of a problem or illness through examination and analysis of the symptoms. Therefore, the sentence means that it was challenging for the doctor to determine or identify the ailment of the patient.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The missing word in the sentence is describing the main characteristics of malaria. The word should indicate the primary features or the most important aspects of the disease. Among the options given, "symptoms" is the word that fits best in the sentence. Malaria is characterized by regular bouts of high fever, weakness, and sweating, which are all symptoms of the disease. Therefore, the correct answer is option C, "symptoms."

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The missing word is related to the process by which a person can contract malaria from an infected mosquito. The options are "turned", "transmitted", "directed", and "supplied". The correct answer is "transmitted", which means "passed from one person or animal to another, especially by contact with bodily fluids or a carrier such as a mosquito or fly". In the passage, it says that if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately transmitted to him.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
When the riot broke out in the school, only the Principal kept his head.This means that only the Principal

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct interpretation of the sentence is: only the Principal remained calm. Despite the riot breaking out in the school, the Principal was able to keep a level head and did not panic like everyone else. He was able to maintain his composure and handle the situation calmly and effectively.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The murder suspect denied the grave allegations against him but the evidence so far has.............him

Maelezo ya Majibu

The sentence suggests that there is evidence that goes against the suspect's claim of innocence. Among the given options, the word that best fits the context is "implicated," which means to show or suggest involvement in a crime or wrongdoing. Therefore, the answer is option D, "implicated."

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
His driving made my hair stand on end. This means that his driving was

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence "His driving made my hair stand on end" is frightening. This expression means that his driving was so scary or dangerous that it caused a physical reaction in the speaker's body, making their hair stand up.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to fill the gap numbered 79 is "parasites" (Option C). Malaria is caused by tiny parasites called Plasmodium that are carried by infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. When the mosquito bites a human, the parasites are injected into the bloodstream and travel to the liver where they mature and reproduce. Eventually, the parasites re-enter the bloodstream and infect red blood cells, causing the symptoms of malaria. Therefore, option C, parasites, fits perfectly in the context and makes sense in the given sentence.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to fill the gap in question numbered 78 is "disease" (option A). This is because the sentence is discussing the main cause of malaria, which is a disease caused by the Plasmodium parasite and transmitted by the Anopheles mosquito. The other options, discomfort, plague, and upset, do not accurately describe the cause of malaria.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option for the gap numbered 93 is "hook". This is because the sentence mentions putting a bait on a hook, which the fish will try to eat, and the hook will catch it in the throat. A needle is not suitable for fishing as it is too thin and can break easily. A pin is also too small and cannot hold the bait securely. A line is used to attach the hook to the fishing pole or rod, and it is not the correct answer for this question. Therefore, the correct option is "hook".

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

In question numbered 97, the best option to complete the gap is letter B, "bank." This is because the sentence is talking about fishermen who fish on a small river and row in boats to the middle of the river, suggesting that they are fishing from the riverbank. The other options, such as "embankment," "cliff," and "bridge," do not fit the context and would not make sense in this sentence.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

Option A - catch is the best option to complete the gap in question 100. The sentence is discussing large-scale fishing, and fishing vessels are used to catch big fishes in the sea. Options B and C (get and kill) do not fit the context of the sentence as they do not accurately describe the fishing process, while option D (attract) refers to luring the fish to the bait, which is not relevant to the completion of the sentence.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
John was not really angry with Janet but she seems to have taken the matter very much to heart. This means that Janet

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate interpretation of the sentence is that Janet is very upset about the matter, even though John was not really angry with her. This means that Janet has taken the matter very seriously, perhaps more seriously than John intended or expected. It does not suggest that Janet dislikes John or that they had a serious talk. Rather, it indicates that Janet is feeling very emotional about the situation, even though John's feelings are not as intense.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
That house across the road is................., isn't it?

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option to complete the sentence is "theirs" (option B). The sentence is asking if the house across the road belongs to someone. "Theirs" is a possessive pronoun that indicates that something belongs to a group of people previously mentioned or easily identifiable from the context, without the need to use "their" with a noun. In this case, since there is no specific group of people mentioned, we assume that the speaker is referring to the owners of the house across the road, which are easily identifiable. The other options are incorrect spellings or do not exist as proper English words.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The children are all very enthusiastic.........the forthcoming festival

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option to complete the sentence is "about". The sentence means that the children are very excited about the forthcoming festival, and the preposition "about" is commonly used to express enthusiasm or excitement for something.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
Chief Koko never allows his name to be published in connection with his philanthropic activities because he..............publicity

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option for the sentence is "detests." This is because the sentence suggests that Chief Koko does not want publicity for his philanthropic activities. To "detest" something means to dislike it intensely or to have a strong aversion to it. So, Chief Koko avoids publicity because he has a strong dislike for it. Therefore, the word "detests" best completes the sentence.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

In question 89, the best option to complete the gap is "fish". This is because the sentence is referring to the nutritional value of the catch obtained from fishing, and "fish" is a general term that can refer to any type of fish caught, making it the most suitable option to complete the sentence. The other options, such as "salmon", "mackerel", and "sardine", refer to specific types of fish, which may not be applicable or relevant to the context of the sentence.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The men were reported ............the money fraudulently.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "to have taken." This is because the sentence is in the passive voice, which means the subject (men) receives the action of the verb (reported). The verb "reported" needs a past participle to complete the passive construction. "To have taken" is the past participle form of the verb "take," which means it is the correct option to complete the sentence. So, the sentence would read: "The men were reported to have taken the money fraudulently."

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The chairman ended the meeting of the Cooperative society with a fitting speech.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word "fitting" means "appropriate" or "suitable" in this sentence. Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to "fitting" is "an appropriate."

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The main idea of the passage is that the author is discussing malaria, and how it is caused and prevented. In order to prevent malaria, the mosquitoes that carry the disease must be eliminated, and patients must be treated promptly. Therefore, in question 76, the best option that completes the gap is "attacks" as malaria is caused by regular attacks of high fever. Option A "grips" doesn't fit as there is no mention of malaria causing a person to be gripped, option C "problems" and D "disturbances" do not fit the context of the sentence.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the gap in question 99 is "nets". The sentence is talking about large-scale fishing and the use of equipment to catch big fishes. Nets are commonly used in this type of fishing to trap and catch a large number of fishes at once. Option A, "crates", are not typically used in fishing, while option B, "baskets", are not suitable for catching fish in open waters. Option D, "cages", may be used in some types of fishing but are not as common as nets.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Mary has two dresses; one is dirty,..........., is wet

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "the other." The sentence is saying that Mary has two dresses, one is dirty and the other is wet. The word "the other" refers to the second dress that Mary has.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
I concede that I am wrong on this point.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that is nearest in meaning to "concede" as used in the sentence is "admit". "Concede" means to admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it. It implies that the speaker is acknowledging that they were wrong about something. "Admit" means to confess or acknowledge something to be true or to be the case. In the given sentence, the speaker is acknowledging that they were wrong about a particular point. Therefore, "admit" is the word that best fits the sentence.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Many a player.............to score a goal so as to be highly honoured.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option that completes the sentence is "wants". The sentence is talking about the desire or aspiration of a player to score a goal so as to be highly honoured. "Wants" is the simple present tense of the verb "want" which indicates a present action or state. Therefore, it is the correct form of the verb to use in the sentence.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
Many people objected to the demolition of the toll gates whose.............cost millions of dollars

Maelezo ya Majibu

The underlined word in the sentence is "demolition," which means to destroy or break down. The question is asking for a word that is the opposite in meaning to "demolition" and can correctly fill the gap in the sentence. The options are: construction, formation, maintenance, and design. The opposite of "demolition" would be "construction," which means to build or create. Therefore, the correct answer is "construction," and the sentence would read: "Many people objected to the demolition of the toll gates whose construction cost millions of dollars."

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Well l've only got..............naira notes, but you can have twenty naria

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct answer is "a few". This is because "a few" means a small number or amount, while "few" means almost none. In the context of the sentence, the speaker is indicating that they only have a small number of naira notes, but the listener can have some. Therefore, "a few" is the appropriate phrase to use.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Hardly had the family settled down for Mummy's special dinner............the lights went off

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "when". The sentence is expressing that the family had barely settled down for dinner when the lights went off. "When" is the most appropriate option to use in this context as it expresses the idea of a sudden occurrence happening at the same time or immediately after another action.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
The man was accused of premeditated murder but he pleaded that it was...............

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word "premeditated" is "accidental" and it will correctly fill the gap in the sentence. The sentence means that the man was accused of intentionally killing someone, but he pleaded that it was unintentional or accidental.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The pepper has been................by my sister

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct answer is "ground." The verb "ground" means to crush something into small pieces or powder using a special tool, while "grind" means to rub something against a hard surface to make it smoother or sharper. In this case, the sentence is in the past tense, and the correct form of the verb "ground" is used to indicate that the action has already been completed.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
I should know what to do in normal circumstances but this is a very..............situation

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "unusual" is "usual." Therefore, the correct option to fill the gap is "unusual." This is because the sentence implies that the situation is not typical or ordinary.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The lady enjoyed the dance...........the fact that she had a fever

Maelezo ya Majibu

The sentence is expressing a contrast between two things: the fact that the lady had a fever and the fact that she enjoyed the dance. The word that best completes the sentence is "despite", which means "in spite of" or "without being affected by" something. Therefore, the correct answer is: "The lady enjoyed the dance despite the fact that she had a fever."

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The sentence in question 84 states, "In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed." The missing word in the gap is related to controlling the mosquito population. Out of the four options given, the word that best completes the gap is "eliminated." This is because eliminating the mosquito population is an effective way to prevent the spread of malaria. Hence, option D is the correct answer.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The missing word is used to describe what is put on a hook as bait in fishing. The options given are "fish," "meat," "chaff," and "lure." "Fish" and "meat" are both types of food and are unlikely to be used as bait. "Chaff" is a waste product of cereal crops and is not used in fishing. The correct answer is "lure" as it refers to an object used to attract fish to the hook. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.

The greatest problem of the leader is that he can see no further than his nose. This means that the leader?

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate interpretation of the sentence is that the leader "lacks foresight." This is because the phrase "can see no further than his nose" is an idiom that means someone is short-sighted, lacks foresight, or cannot think beyond the present or immediate situation. It implies that the leader is not able to plan for the future or anticipate potential problems and opportunities beyond what is currently visible or immediate. The other options are not fitting in the context of the sentence. For example, "has no self-confidence" and "has bad sight" are not related to the phrase and do not fit the context of the sentence. "Is easily deceived" is also not related to the idiom. So the sentence means that the leader lacks foresight and is not able to think beyond the immediate situation. Therefore, option A, "lacks foresight," is the correct answer.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
Uche achieved ultimate success after overcoming many..........difficulties

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "difficulties" is "easiness" or "ease". The correct option to fill the gap would be "initial" which means something at the beginning or starting point of a process, and does not make sense in the context of the sentence.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The students were incensed to hear that their school fees had been substantially increased.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that is nearest in meaning to "incensed" is "enraged". "Incensed" means to be extremely angry and indignant about something. "Enraged" also means to be very angry, and in this context, the students' strong emotional reaction to the news of the increased school fees suggests that they were indeed "enraged". The other options, "disappointed", "displeased", and "frightened", do not convey the same degree of anger and indignation as "incensed" does. Therefore, "enraged" is the most appropriate choice.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The editor decided not to publish the..........article since the writer did not indicate his name

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word to complete the sentence is "anonymous". The writer of the article did not indicate his name, which means that he wrote the article anonymously. The word "anonymous" means having an unknown or unacknowledged name, author, or origin. Therefore, the editor decided not to publish the article since it lacked the necessary attribution.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The students refused to appear before the............panel set up to investigate the cause of the riot

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate word to complete the sentence is "ten-man". The sentence is referring to a panel of ten individuals, with "man" being used in a generic sense to refer to individuals regardless of gender. Therefore, "ten-man" is the correct choice as it is the singular form of "ten-men".

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
I am delighted to speak before this august assembly.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined phrase is "honourable." This is because the word "august" in the context of the sentence means "marked by majestic dignity or grandeur." It is used to describe a very impressive and respected group of people, which is similar in meaning to "honourable." So the sentence can be rewritten as: "I am delighted to speak before this honourable assembly." Therefore, option D, "honourable," is the correct answer.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Perhaps what Akin told us............true after all

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word to complete the sentence is "may not be". This is because "perhaps" implies uncertainty or doubt, and "may not be" expresses this uncertainty more effectively than the other options. The sentence is essentially saying that Akin's statement might not be true, and "may not be" is the best way to convey that idea.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
This is quite surprising, you cannot differentiate between the authentic and the.............receipt

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word to fill the gap and be the opposite in meaning to the underlined word is "authentic", which means genuine, real, or original. Therefore, the most appropriate word to fill the gap would be "fake" which means not genuine, counterfeit or false. Hence, the correct answer is option B, "fake".

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Sule has been trying hard to live.............to his parent's expectations

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option to complete the sentence is "up". The sentence means that Sule has been putting in effort to meet his parents' expectations, probably in terms of behavior, academics, or other aspects of life. The phrasal verb "live up to" means to meet expectations or to do what is expected of someone.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Emmanuel is a man ...............great courage

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "of". We say "a person of great courage" to mean that the person possesses or has great courage.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The new economic policy took.........last year.

Maelezo ya Majibu

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
By the time I left the police station, the suspect.............

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "was being questioned". The sentence is in the past tense, which means that the verb should also be in the past tense. The verb "to be" is conjugated as "was" in the past tense for the singular third-person subject "suspect". The word "being" is the present participle form of the verb "to be", which is used to form the present continuous tense. Therefore, "was being questioned" is the correct form of the verb to use in the sentence.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to fill the gap numbered 88 is "equipment" as it is the most suitable word that fits in the context of the sentence. The passage is about fishing, and the sentence is discussing the minimal requirements for the sport. The word "equipment" is commonly used to refer to the necessary tools or items needed to perform a specific task, such as fishing. The other options, "machinery," "implements," and "apparatus," are less appropriate as they do not fit the context of the sentence as well as "equipment" does.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
It was a very harmonious meeting, without one.............note

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate option is "discordant" as it is the word that is opposite in meaning to "harmonious" and will correctly fill the gap "note." Therefore, the correct answer is: C - discordant.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
.............he comes, tell him I have left

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "In case". This is because "in case" means "if it happens that" or "if", and is commonly used when referring to a situation that may happen in the future. In this sentence, the speaker is asking the listener to inform someone that they have left when he arrives, so it makes sense to use "in case" to indicate that the arrival of the person is anticipated. Option A "should" is incorrect because it does not convey the same meaning as "in case". Option B "Should in case" is redundant and not a common phrase in English. Option D "whether" is incorrect because it implies a question or doubt, and does not fit the context of the sentence.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The boy's father made him............the medicine against his will

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "swallow". The sentence is in the past tense and the verb should be in the past tense as well. The subject of the sentence is "boy's father" and the object is "medicine". The verb "made" requires an object and an infinitive verb in the base form. Therefore, "swallow" is the correct option that completes the sentence grammatically and semantically.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
Within a short time, what was meant to be a peaceful demonstration escalated into a riot.

Maelezo ya Majibu

In this sentence, the underlined word "escalated" means that the peaceful demonstration became more intense and violent, resulting in a riot. Among the options given, the word that is nearest in meaning to "escalated" is "developed," which implies that the situation became worse and more serious. Therefore, the correct answer is D.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
That class is unusually disorderly today.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option that is nearest in meaning to "unusually disorderly" is "unruly". This is because unruly means difficult to control or manage, which is similar to the meaning of unusually disorderly in the sentence. The other options - lawless, aggressive, and unrestrained - do not fully capture the meaning of unusually disorderly in the sentence.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
While the armed robber remained ,unruffled after he had been arrested, his wife became...........

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "unruffled" is "agitated". In the sentence, "unruffled" means calm and composed. Therefore, the opposite of "unruffled" would be "agitated", which means anxious or disturbed. The sentence implies that the wife of the arrested armed robber became anxious or disturbed after her husband's arrest.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The woman supported her husband through thick and thin. This means that she supported her husband

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence "The woman supported her husband through thick and thin" is that she supported her husband in both good and bad circumstances. This means that the woman was there for her husband during good and bad times, through difficult and challenging situations. The phrase "through thick and thin" is often used to describe unwavering support and commitment, especially during difficult times. So, in this context, it means that the woman was a loyal and supportive partner to her husband, no matter what challenges they faced.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Mr. Bello, with his wife and children,.............to the United States.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "is travelling." This is because "Mr. Bello, with his wife and children" is a singular subject and requires a singular verb. "Is travelling" is the correct form of the verb to agree with the subject.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
We should have a special programme for.................in this country

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "the disabled". This is because "disabled" is an adjective, and when referring to a specific group of people, it is more appropriate to use the definite article "the" before the adjective. Using "the disableds" or "the disables" is incorrect because the plural form of "disabled" does not require an "s" at the end. Therefore, the most appropriate choice is "the disabled".

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option for the blank space in question 81 is "blood". The passage describes how malaria is caused by parasites that are carried by mosquitoes. When an infected mosquito bites a person, the parasites enter the person's bloodstream. Therefore, when the mosquito bites another person after two weeks, the disease is immediately transferred to the new person through their bloodstream. The passage also mentions that patients must be treated promptly, further emphasizing the role of the bloodstream in the transmission and treatment of malaria.

In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
We nearly lost the trend of his argument because of its complexity but the..............of his language was our saving grace

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "complexity" and that correctly fills the gap in the sentence is "simplicity" (option A). The sentence suggests that the argument was difficult to follow because it was complex, but the speaker was able to understand it because of something else. The phrase "the simplicity of his language" implies that the speaker was able to understand the argument because the language used was clear and easy to comprehend. Therefore, "simplicity" is the correct word to use in this context as it is the opposite of "complexity." Option B, "correctness," does not make sense in this context as correctness does not relate to the ease or difficulty of understanding an argument. Option C, "openness," and option D, "naivety," are also not appropriate as they do not convey the opposite meaning of "complexity."

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:

It seems that the children are not paying attention,.............?

Maelezo ya Majibu

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
I enjoy..............my grandson to school everday.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "driving." The sentence is talking about an activity that the speaker enjoys doing, which is taking their grandson to school every day. The word that fits best in the blank is a gerund, which is a verb form that functions as a noun. The gerund form of "drive" is "driving." Therefore, the correct option is "driving."

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
It is too abstract..................concept for them to understand.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct answer is "a". Explanation: The sentence is referring to a "concept", which is a singular noun. The article "a" is used before a singular noun to indicate that we are referring to one instance of that noun. Therefore, "a" is the most appropriate article to use in this context, and it makes the sentence grammatically correct.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
It was quite.....................to have invested in that new business.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to complete the sentence is "profitable." This is because the word "profitable" means yielding a financial profit or gain. In the context of the sentence, it means that investing in the new business was financially rewarding, which is the meaning that fits the sentence. The other options are not as fitting in the context of the sentence. For example, "prosperous" means having success, but not necessarily related to financial gain. "Sufficient" means adequate or enough, but it does not indicate financial gain. "Successful" means achieving a desired outcome, but not necessarily related to financial gain. So the sentence would read: "It was quite profitable to have invested in that new business." Therefore, option C, "profitable," is the correct answer.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option to fill the gap numbered 91 in the passage is "bait". This is because the sentence is discussing the standard fishing method, which involves putting something on a hook to attract fish. The options "gnat", "worm", and "fly" are also things that could be used as bait, but based on the context of the passage, "bait" is the most suitable option.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
We knew you were not averse to............new friends

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "meeting". The sentence is in the past tense, and the word "knew" suggests that the speaker already had some knowledge about the subject's preferences. The phrase "not averse to" means willing or open to something, so the sentence is asking if the subject is willing to make new friends. The verb form "meeting" is the correct gerund form of "meet" that indicates the action of meeting new friends. The other options are not grammatically appropriate in this context.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Neither those girls nor that boy.............to blame for the error

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word that completes the sentence is "is." The sentence is in the present tense and the subject is "neither those girls nor that boy," which is a singular subject. Therefore, the verb that follows should also be singular. The verb "is" is the singular form of the verb "to be," while the other options are plural. "Are" and "were" are both plural forms of the verb "to be," and "have" is the present perfect form of the verb "to have," which is not appropriate in this context. So the correct answer is option C, "is." Therefore, the complete sentence is "Neither those girls nor that boy is to blame for the error."

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
Chukwuma explained that he...............home early yesterday to be able to catch the early bus

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option that completes the sentence is "had to leave". This is because the sentence is in the past tense and describes an action that has already been completed in the past. The phrase "had to" implies that there was a requirement or necessity for Chukwuma to leave home early, possibly to catch an early bus.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
The preacher advised those who lost their property in the fire disaster not to lose hope as every cloud has a silver lining. This means that

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct interpretation for the sentence "The preacher advised those who lost their property in the fire disaster not to lose hope as every cloud has a silver lining" is "there is a good side to all misfortunes." The preacher is encouraging those who lost their property not to give up hope, as every cloud has a silver lining. This means that in every negative situation, there is always a positive aspect to it. Just as how behind every dark cloud, there is a silver lining.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

In the given passage, the sentence talks about the symptoms of malaria. The phrase "general weakness, fever and sweating" clearly indicates the symptoms of the disease. Therefore, the suitable option to fill the gap numbered 83 is option A, which is "headaches."

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The philanthropist has donated ..............machines to the village school.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "large modern duplicating." This is because the adjective order in English typically follows the pattern of opinion-size-age-shape-color-origin-material-purpose. In this case, "large" refers to the size of the machines, "modern" refers to their age or style, and "duplicating" refers to their purpose.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The box contains the most valuable of all his possession.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The underlined word "valuable" means something that is very important or costly. Among the given options, the word that is nearest in meaning to "valuable" is "costly" (option B). Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The flood that swept away the whole village was a catastrophic event

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that is nearest in meaning to "catastrophic" as used in the sentence is "disastrous". "Catastrophic" refers to something that causes great damage, suffering, or disaster. It implies that the event was of a very large scale and caused extensive harm. "Disastrous" means something that causes great harm, damage, or destruction, especially something that results in a complete failure. In the given sentence, the flood that swept away the whole village caused massive destruction, and hence, it was a catastrophic event. Therefore, "disastrous" is the word that best fits the sentence.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

In question 85, the passage is discussing the prevention of malaria by destroying mosquito breeding grounds. Therefore, the best option to fill the gap is "breeding" (option C).

From the words or group of words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the one that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word or group of words as it is used in the sentence.
The decision I have taken is irrevocable

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option is "irreversible". In this context, "irrevocable" means that the decision that was taken cannot be changed or reversed.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Dende did not fulfill the requirement for admission and so was..............from taking the entrance examination

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "disqualified." This is because when someone does not meet the requirement for admission, they are not allowed to take the entrance examination. In other words, they are disqualified from taking the exam.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The nurse inoculated.............pupil in the class.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best word that completes the sentence is "every." The word "every" is used to refer to all members of a group individually, and it is often followed by a singular noun. In this sentence, the noun that follows is "pupil," which is a singular noun. The other options, "all," "many," and "those," can also refer to a large number of things or people, but they do not have the same meaning as "every" in this context. So the correct answer is option B, "every." Therefore, the complete sentence is "The nurse inoculated every pupil in the class."

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The bridge was blown............by enemy soldiers.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "up". To "blow up" something means to destroy it by causing an explosion. In the given sentence, the bridge was destroyed by an explosion caused by enemy soldiers. Therefore, the correct phrase to use in this context is "blown up". Saying "blown up by enemy soldiers" means that the enemy soldiers used explosives to destroy the bridge.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Jumai thinks she is always right but I am determined to catch her out. This means that I am determined to

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence "Jumai thinks she is always right but I am determined to catch her out" is that I am determined to prove that she can make a mistake. The phrase "catch her out" means to expose someone's mistake or deception, and the sentence suggests that Jumai believes she is always right, but I am determined to show that she can be wrong. Therefore, the correct interpretation is that I am determined to prove that she can make a mistake.

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
He left the country to avoid loss of face. This means that he left the country to

Maelezo ya Majibu

The most appropriate interpretation of the sentence "He left the country to avoid loss of face" is that he left the country to avoid being publicly humiliated. "Loss of face" is a common expression used to describe the humiliation or embarrassment one experiences when they fail or are caught in a compromising situation. Therefore, it implies that the person left the country to avoid a situation where they would be publicly embarrassed or humiliated.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
The president granted the condemned prisoner a........

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "reprieve." A reprieve is a temporary suspension of punishment, especially the death penalty, which is usually granted by a person in authority, such as a president or governor. Therefore, in this context, the word "reprieve" is the most appropriate choice. "Remission" means the cancellation or reduction of a debt or penalty, but it does not necessarily involve a condemned prisoner. "Bail" refers to the release of a person from custody on the condition that they will return for trial. "Chance" means the possibility of something happening, but it does not fit the context of the sentence.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences
A befitting................was paid to the memory of the departed renowned professor, playwright and dramatist

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "tribute". A tribute is an expression of admiration, respect, or gratitude that is given to someone, especially on a special occasion or after they have died. In this case, a tribute would be a fitting way to honor the memory of the departed professor, playwright, and dramatist. It is a way to show appreciation and respect for their contributions and accomplishments in their field.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
l'll look out.............you at the stadium.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The word that best completes the sentence is "for". "Look out for" is a phrasal verb that means to watch or wait attentively for something or someone. In this case, the speaker is saying they will watch or wait for the other person at the stadium. Using "at", "to", or "on" instead of "for" would not convey the same meaning. Therefore, the most appropriate choice is "for".

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
The African extended family system gives security to...........members.

Maelezo ya Majibu

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The best option for the gap numbered 77 is "fever" (option D). This is because the passage is talking about the main symptoms of malaria and fever is a common symptom of the disease. The passage states that after about ten days of being infected with malaria, a person experiences general weakness, "fever" and sweating. Therefore, option D is the most suitable word to fill the gap.

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The missing word in the passage is "fishing". The sentence talks about large-scale fishing, which suggests the use of bigger vessels. Out of the given options, "ships" and "trawlers" are more likely to be used for large-scale fishing, whereas "canoes" and "boats" are not suitable for this purpose. Between "ships" and "trawlers", "trawlers" are more commonly used for fishing, so the best option to complete the gap would be letter B, "trawlers".

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences:
You..............to know that you cannot succeed without hard work.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The correct option to complete the sentence is "are supposed". "Are" is the helping verb used for the second person subject "you" in the present tense. "Supposed" is the past participle form of the verb "suppose". The sentence requires a passive voice construction, which requires the helping verb "are" to form the passive voice with the past participle "supposed". The complete sentence reads: "You are supposed to know that you cannot succeed without hard work."

In the following passages the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the below each passage, four options are offered in columns lettered A to D. choose the word that is the most suitable to fill the numbered gap in the passages.
The main -75- of malaria are regular -76- of high -77-. The -78- is caused by -79-, which are carried by the -80- anopheles mosquito. The mosquito is infected when it bites a man who is already carrying malaria parasites in his -81-; if the mosquito bites another person after about two weeks, the disease is immediately -82- to him. After about ten days, the man experience general weakness, -83-, fever and sweating. In order to prevent malaria, mosquitoes must be -84-, and their -85- grounds must be completely destroyed. Patients must be treated promptly, and people who travel to regions of malaria should take prophylactic.
Fishing is one of the overlooked sports in this part of the world. It really requires very little and inexpensive -88-. While you enjoy the sport, you will be getting food for your efforts as -89- is highly nutritious. A fisher man can use a simple pole and -90- which are not expensive or a rod and reel, to fish. The standard fishing method is to put a -91- or -92- on a hook. The fish will see this and nibble at it, strike it or snap at it. When the fish tries to eat it, the -93- catches it in the throat.
It is also good to use -94- for fishing equipment. These indicate when a fish is nibbling at the bait. This method is more reliable than to watch for -95- on the water surface. Fishermen who fish on a small -96- do so from the river -97- and some row in boats to the middle of the river. Large-scale fishing needs the use of fishing -98- which go to sea and -99- are used to -100- big fishes. A lot of hazards are faced by fishermen on sea.

Maelezo ya Majibu

The missing word in the sentence is related to fishing equipment that can help in indicating when a fish is nibbling at the bait. The best option that fits the context and makes sense is "floats" (option A). Fishing floats are small buoyant objects that are attached to a fishing line to indicate when a fish bites the bait. When the fish bites the bait, the float moves, indicating that a fish is nibbling at the bait. Therefore, the use of floats is essential in fishing, especially when fishing on rivers or other still water bodies.

From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Many people were seriously injured in the ...............accident, fortunately, nobody died.

Maelezo ya Majibu

You recently took part in an excursion to a part of the country you were visiting for the first time. Write an article for publication in your school magazine narrating your experiences.

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As a concerned student, write a letter to the principal of your school, informing him of recent acts of bullying by senior students and suggesting ways of arresting the situation.

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You have been staying with your elder brother for sometime and a mis-understanding has ensued. Write a setter to your father giving, at least, three reasons why you feel you can no longer live with your brother. 
 

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 Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it.  

      There is a fierce war going on in Africa which has attracted little public attention, but is nonetheless a serious business for all concerned. It is a war of Man versus Baboon. The conflict started when engineers built the magnificent bridge which skirts Victoria Falls and crosses the Zambesi River. That, apparently, gave the baboons the opportunity they were looking for. They swarmed from the jungle across the bridge in such numbers that trains were held up by chattering families of baboons. They swung from the girders and barked defiance at everyone — driver, guard and passenger.

      Recently, guests at the new tourist hotel at Victoria Falls have complained that trousers and other articles of clothing have been disappearing mysteriously at night. Socks, with suspenders attached, were found dangling from tree-tops in the nearby bush and it was realized that the baboons, not thieves, were the culprits from that time baboons became the declared enemy; Guests were entreated not to give them buns on the lawn at tea-time or encourage them in any other way.

      A period of comparative peace followed, and then, a few weeks later, the baboons embarked on a hew campaign at the new international airport at Livingstone. At first they confined themselves to racing across the runways when planes were coming in to land, but when one of them was found asleep in the cockpit of a southbound airliner, it was felt that the time had come for a drastic action. Then the authorities installed electric flares embedded in concrete alongside the runways. Only once did the baboons demonstrate in full force against the glare of the lights, attacking with sticks, stones and fists; but the light stood up to the onslaught, and the attackers retreated.

      The next stage in this strange conflict will be the erection of an electrified fence round the perimeter of the airport. Such shock tactics, it is expected, will result in the baboons conceding defeat and completely abandoning their guerrilla warfare. But grey-headed Matabeles who have dwelt all their lives in the Zambesi Valley shake their heads gloomily. They have a legend that if the baboons disappear from Victoria Falls the river will dry up, and "The smoke that Thunders" will thunder no more.

(a) What was the reaction of the baboons after the new bridge had been built?

(b) What incident caused those in control at the airport to deal seriously with the baboons?

(c) What did the airport authorities do to forestall further intrusion by the baboons?

(d) What does the writer suggest as the final solution to the baboon problem?

(e) What fear do the Matabeles have about the efforts to get rid of the baboons?

(f) "...the lights stood up to the onslaught.. What figure of speech is contained in the expression above?

(g) "...guests at the new tourist hotel at Victoria Falls..." i) What grammatical name is given to this expression as it is used in the passage? ii) What is its function?

(h)or each of the following words, find another word or phrase which means the same and which can replace it as it is used in the passage: (i) magnificent; (ii) culprits: (iii) entreated; (iv) drastic; (v) conflict; (vi) gloomily.

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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it. 

      I can vividly remember my predicament in my first year as a new teacher. On the first day in class, I told my students that they were mature enough to comport themselves in an exemplary manner without burdening them with stringent rules. I wanted them to like me and so I allowed them a lot of freedom. Unfortunately, I lost class control, and the students exploited the situation to disrespect me. Some would leave their seats without permission; freely throw objects like pens, rulers or crumpled pieces of paper to mates or talk with others. 
      During the long vacation, I busied myself reading books on discipline and consulting seasoned colleagues for help. When we resumed-school the next session, I had formulated strategies on maintaining discipline. There were laid-down, rules such as "students are to be courteous and silent when the teacher or a student is speaking to the class.' "Students are to ask for the teacher's permission to leave their seats for anything", "Students are not to leave the class during lessons." 
      After giving the class the rules that I knew were essential for class control, I made sure the students followed them  to the letter. I virtually enforced discipline myself instead of sending students to the Principal's office for disciplinary action as I did the previous year. After about a month, I realized that my efforts were yielding results. 
      Then, two months before the Christmas holidays, I began to relax some of the rules. One of them read as follows; "Whenever any student wants to leave the class for any reason, he should come up for permission, provided he does this without disturbing other students." About one week later, I told the students that because they were not disruptive, they could whisper to one another, open or shut windows quietly without my permission. 
      Indeed, before the second term holidays, we had a classroom where students would come in and go on recess as they finished their class assignments and also where small group discussions on project work took place. Where a student in one group talked too loudly to disturb others, he was cautioned by the group, not me. Teaching then became a pleasure and I felt my students had matured greatly by learning to conduct themselves in a more acceptable way. 
(a) Why did the writer not give his students rules initially? 
(b) What was the outcome of the writer's desire for the students to like him? 
(c) How did the students react to the writer's loss of class control? 
(d) What did the writer do to change the unfortunate development in the class? 
(e) What helped the writer to formulate measures to maintain discipline in class? 
(f)".. .before the second term holidays..." 
(i) What grammatical name is given to this expression as it is used in the passage? 

(ii) What is its function? 
(g) "...I made sure that the students followed them to the letter "What does the writer mean by this statement as it is used in the passage? 
(h) For each of the following words, find another word or phrase which means the same and which can replace it as it is used in the passage: (i) stringent; (ii) strategies; (iii) courteous; (iv) essential; (v) yielding; (vi) cautioned. 

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You are the chief speaker in a debate on the topic: Parents should allow their children to choose their own careers' write your speech for or against the topics. 

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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it.

      The press is a general term for all types of printed newspapers and periodicals. It is an asset as well as a menace to society. Like many things in this world, it has its good and bad sides. Even though it has its bad sides, no society can shut it down and thrive.

      The press has its aims and objectives which it follows, come what may. Anyone who wants to be abreast of current affairs or notable events in his society must resort to reading printed material, apart from watching the television. In fact, the press serves more people than the electronic media do. Newspapers and periodicals go where the television cannot. Printed material goes even to the remotest areas of a country.

      Institutions of learning disseminate information. However, not all cities, towns and villages have these institutions, but the print media can be used to disseminate information to people in these areas.

      Governments, institutions and organizations have their policies, programmes and activities for the smooth running of their affairs. At times, only those in authority reap the benefits. Subordinates are often afraid to criticize the authorities. Their best bet is to resort to the print media which become their mouthpiece. Thus. what the oppressed cannot do, the print media do without fear or favour.

      The press is also at the beck and call of anybody who wants its services. Many a time one sees people going job-hunting. They roam the streets of cities and towns, go from one office to the other, move from one employing authority to another only to be told that vacancies do not exist. To be candid, they do not need to waste such time and energy seeking jobs. All they need to do is comb the advertisement columns of newspapers and periodicals and they will be informed about available jobs.

      However, the press can be a nuisance in a society. How many times have we not found newspapers and periodicals publishing false and unauthenticated stories? Such stories spread like wild fire. They stir trouble and bring about disunity in societies. The publishers are often out to enrich themselves by churning out false information. For some newspapers and periodicals, reckless and dangerous gossip is their stock-in-trade.

      No one can deny the fact that moral decadence has gripped our present world. It is true that even adults contribute to this menace in our societies. Many of our children and youths go for that which is morally low. However, the truth is that the press contributes, to a very large extent, to the loss of morality in our societies. There are publishers who specialize in the production of pornographic material which even our children and youths can afford to buy.

  Publishers of newspapers therefore should constantly be conscious of their crucial roles in the society and should always strive to use the medium for the promotion of peace, orderliness, progress and prosperity and not for negative or destructive ends.

(a) In four sentences, one for each, state four positive roles of the press according to the writer.

(b) In two sentences, one for each, state two negative roles of the press.

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 Write a story, real or imaginary which ends with "I then realized that it pays to be disciplined".

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