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Swali 1 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
___________ you turn down down the volume of the radio? I am trying to read!
Swali 2 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ ɪə /
Maelezo ya Majibu
The phonetic symbol "/ɪə/" represents a specific sound in English. To find the word that contains this sound, we need to look for a word that has the same combination of sounds. The word "dear" contains the sound represented by the phonetic symbol "/ɪə/". So, the answer is "dear".
Swali 3 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Every one of the students _______ to be excited about the excursion.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The best word to complete the sentence is "seems". The subject of the sentence is "every one of the students," which is a singular noun phrase. Therefore, the verb that follows it should also be singular to match in number. The correct form of the verb "seem" in the third-person singular present tense is "seems". The other options are not correct because: - "Was seeming" is incorrect because "was" is past tense and not suitable for the present sentence. - "Is seeming" is also not correct because "is" is present continuous tense, which suggests an ongoing action, and it doesn't fit the context of the sentence. - "Seem" is incorrect because it is not in the correct tense form for the subject. It is plural or infinitive, which is not appropriate for a singular subject.
Swali 4 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ j /
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word that contains the sound represented by the phonetic symbol /j/ is "judge". The symbol /j/ represents the "j" sound, which is a voiced palato-alveolar affricate. This sound is produced by bringing the tongue towards the hard palate to partially block the airflow, and then releasing it to allow air to escape through a narrow channel between the tongue and the alveolar ridge. The word "judge" contains the /j/ sound at the beginning of the word, where the tongue is pressed against the hard palate to make this sound. The other options, "cue", "quit", and "cheer", do not contain this sound.
Swali 5 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
It is always ________ that gets the blame
Swali 6 Ripoti
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letter. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Wood is cheap in the South THIS year.
Swali 7 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I know it's a secret, so I _____ tell anyone.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 8 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined. l
eague
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined letters in "league" represent the vowel sound "ea", which makes an "ee" sound. Out of the options provided, the word that has the same vowel sound as "league" is "people". Both "league" and "people" have the "ee" sound represented by "ea". Therefore, the correct answer is "people".
Swali 9 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
kin
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 10 Ripoti
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except on have the same stress pattern. identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 11 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
When he heard the gunshot, he ran into a thick forest.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word nearest in meaning to "thick" in the sentence "When he heard the gunshot, he ran into a thick forest" is "dense." The word "thick" is used to describe the forest, and means that it has many trees close together, making it hard to see through. The word "dense" has a similar meaning, and is a good match for the word "thick" in this context. When trying to find the word nearest in meaning to an underlined word, it is important to consider the context in which the word is used, and what it is describing. This will help you choose the word that is closest in meaning to the original word.
Swali 12 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The beans have not been properly ________
Maelezo ya Majibu
The correct word to complete the sentence is "ground." "Ground" is the past participle form of the verb "grind," which means to crush or pulverize something into small particles. In this sentence, we need a past participle form to show that the beans have already undergone the process of grinding. "Grind" is the base form of the verb, "grinding" is the present participle form of the verb, and "grounded" is not a valid form of the verb "grind." Therefore, the correct option to complete the sentence is "ground."
Swali 13 Ripoti
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
A few days after Musa's _______, his sister longed for his departure.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 14 Ripoti
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Can you imagine Oka behaving as if he has all the knowledge in the world? This means that Oka.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence is that Oka thinks he knows everything or acts as if he knows everything, but this may not be the case. The sentence does not imply that Oka does not know anything, that he knows much more than we think, that he is admired by everybody, or that he respects other people. The sentence simply suggests that Oka may have an exaggerated sense of his own knowledge.
Swali 15 Ripoti
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letter. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Ade's BICYCLE is made of steel.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence "Ade's BICYCLE is made of steel." emphasizes the word "BICYCLE", indicating that the speaker is specifically referring to Ade's bicycle and not any other possessions of Ade's. The word "BICYCLE" receives the stress in the sentence, meaning that the speaker is trying to emphasize that it is Ade's bicycle that is being talked about, not any other object that Ade might own. The question that the sentence is the appropriate answer to is "Is Ade's bicycle made of steel?" because the sentence states that Ade's bicycle is indeed made of steel.
Swali 16 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ ʊ /
Maelezo ya Majibu
The phonetic symbol / ʊ / represents the sound heard in words like "put" and "could". Among the options given, the word that contains this sound is "book". The sound / ʊ / is heard in the second syllable of the word "book". The other options do not contain this sound.
Swali 17 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
My brother ______ in lagos for the past ten years.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The most appropriate option to complete the sentence is "has been living." This is because the sentence is in the present perfect tense, which describes an action that started in the past and continues up to the present. "Has been living" is the present perfect continuous form of the verb "to live," which indicates a continuous action that started in the past and continues up to the present. Therefore, the sentence implies that the speaker's brother moved to Lagos ten years ago and has been living there ever since.
Swali 18 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Either he or you ______ to clean up the mess.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 19 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
We really have to be careful because the situation is rather tricky.
Maelezo ya Majibu
In the sentence, the word "tricky" is used to describe the situation. The word "tricky" means difficult or complicated, implying that the situation is not straightforward and requires careful attention. Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to "tricky" is "difficult" (Option D).
Swali 20 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
tax
Swali 21 Ripoti
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except on have the same stress pattern. identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word that has a different stress pattern is "cartoon." In the other three words (cargo, cater, cover), the stress falls on the first syllable, while in "cartoon," the stress falls on the second syllable. To clarify, the stress pattern for each of the words is as follows: - CAR-go - CA-ter - CO-ver - car-TOON So, while the first three words all have stress on the first syllable, "cartoon" has stress on the second syllable, making it the odd one out.
Swali 22 Ripoti
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letter. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
NEW students should pay tuition fees.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 23 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
During her early day in school, she ______ study for hours,
Maelezo ya Majibu
The most appropriate option to complete the sentence is "would." "Would" is used to talk about past habits or repeated actions in the past. The sentence is talking about the past, and the use of "early days in school" indicates a period that has already passed. Therefore, "would" is the best fit for the sentence because it suggests a habitual action in the past. For example, "During her early days in school, she would study for hours every day." This sentence means that studying for hours every day was a habit or repeated action during her early days in school.
Swali 24 Ripoti
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Halima likes to dwell on trivial, rather than _______ matters.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined word "trivial" means unimportant or insignificant. Therefore, the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning is "weighty," which means significant or substantial. The correct option to fill in the gap is "weighty" as it means something that is important or of great significance. So, the sentence would be "Halima likes to dwell on trivial, rather than weighty matters." This means that Halima prefers to focus on small and unimportant matters instead of important and significant ones.
Swali 25 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Life in the city is ________ challenging for the lazy.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence "Life in the city is ________ challenging for the lazy" suggests that life in the city is challenging, especially for people who are lazy. Out of the options provided, the phrase that best completes the sentence is "much too". This phrase is commonly used to describe something that is excessively or extremely a certain way. In this case, "much too" suggests that life in the city is excessively challenging for lazy people. Therefore, the correct answer is "much too".
Swali 26 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Their marriage was finally _____ after years of hostility.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word that best completes the sentence "Their marriage was finally _____ after years of hostility." is "broken". When a marriage is broken, it means that it has ended or failed. In this case, the speaker is indicating that the couple's marriage has finally come to an end after years of hostility or conflict. The word that best completes the sentence is "broken".
Swali 27 Ripoti
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except on have the same stress pattern. identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 28 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
parse
Swali 29 Ripoti
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Don't tell me another cock and bull story. This means that the speaker does not want to.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 30 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
At Christmas, employees of the Sugar Factory receive huge ________
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word that best completes the sentence is "bonuses". At Christmas time, employees of the Sugar Factory receive "bonuses", which are extra payments given to employees in addition to their regular salaries. Bonuses are usually given as a reward for good performance, as an incentive to encourage better work, or as a way of showing appreciation for the hard work and dedication of employees. Bonuses can take different forms, such as cash, gifts, or vouchers, and are usually given at special times of the year, such as Christmas or the end of the financial year.
Swali 31 Ripoti
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Mrs. Agide is unassuming whereas her twin sister is ________
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word "unassuming" means to be modest and not drawing attention to oneself. The word most opposite in meaning to "unassuming" is "boastful," which means to draw attention to oneself and to talk about one's achievements or qualities in a proud and self-assertive manner. Therefore, the correct word to fill the gap in the sentence is "boastful."
Swali 32 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
apt
Swali 33 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
If Musa had woken up earlier, he ______ breakfast.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The best option to complete the sentence is "would not have missed." This is because the sentence is written in the past tense, and "would not have missed" is the correct structure for a hypothetical past action that did not happen. It suggests that Musa did not wake up early enough to have breakfast. If he had woken up earlier, he would not have missed breakfast.
Swali 34 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The exposed milk in the container has turned _______
Maelezo ya Majibu
The correct option to complete the sentence is "sour." In this context, "turned" is used to describe a change in the state or quality of the milk. "Sour" is the most appropriate word to describe the taste and smell of milk that has been exposed to air for a long time. "Putrid" usually describes the smell of decomposing organic matter and is not commonly used to describe the quality of milk. "Mouldy" is used to describe food that has become contaminated with fungi, while "stale" is used to describe food that has lost its freshness or crispness. Therefore, the sentence should read: "The exposed milk in the container has turned sour."
Swali 35 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
There has been a marked change in her study habit.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word that is nearest in meaning to "marked" in the sentence is "significant". The sentence says that there has been a change in her study habit, and the word "marked" is used to describe this change. A marked change means a change that is noticeable, significant, and important. "Significant" is the best word to describe this change because it means "having an effect that is important or worth noticing".
Swali 36 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I look forward to _________ from you.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The correct option is "hearing." In this sentence, "look forward to" is a phrasal verb that means to anticipate or await something eagerly. The preposition "to" requires a gerund (a verb form ending in -ing) to follow it. Therefore, the correct option is "hearing," which is the gerund form of the verb "hear." Option A, "hear," is the base form of the verb, which does not fit the grammatical structure of the sentence. Option C, "be hearing," is the present continuous form of the verb, which is not appropriate in this context. Option D, "have heard," is the present perfect form of the verb, which is not appropriate in this context either.
Swali 37 Ripoti
In the following question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital letters.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
manipulate
Swali 38 Ripoti
An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other factors of ___71___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take ___72___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___73___. More often than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___74___ in or buy an existing business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___75___ or get to inherit some bad debt. The ___76___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___77___ in order to manage theor business successfully.
But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____78____ and services to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___79___ his business activities effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____80____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he creates employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 72 in the passage.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The missing word in number 72 of the passage is "risks". This is because the sentence refers to the willingness of an entrepreneur to take something, and in this case, it is a risk. Starting a new business involves a lot of uncertainty, and an entrepreneur must be willing to take risks to succeed. The word "debts" does not fit here because it does not refer to the willingness of an entrepreneur to take something. "Pitfalls" and "problems" also do not fit because they do not convey the idea of willingness.
Swali 39 Ripoti
An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other factors of ___71___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take ___72___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___73___. More often than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___74___ in or buy an existing business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___75___ or get to inherit some bad debt. The ___76___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___77___ in order to manage theor business successfully.
But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____78____ and services to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___79___ his business activities effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____80____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he creates employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 80 in the passage.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The missing word for number 80 in the passage is "resources". The passage discusses how entrepreneurs help to minimize the wastage of limited resources while enhancing productivity through effective planning, organizing, and directing of business activities. The passage also mentions how entrepreneurs contribute to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes, which implies the importance of utilizing resources efficiently. Therefore, "resources" is the most suitable word to fill the blank.
Swali 40 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
decided
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined vowel sound in "decided" is pronounced as "ih". Out of the options provided, the word "hid" has the same vowel sound as the underlined sound in "decided". Both words contain the "ih" sound, which is pronounced with a short "i" sound. Therefore, the correct answer is "hid".
Swali 41 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
pure
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined letters in "pure" are "u" and "e." The vowel sound represented by these letters is /yoo/. Out of the four options, the word that has the same vowel sound as "pure" is "sure." The vowel sound represented by the underlined letters in "sure" is also /yoo/. Therefore, "sure" is the correct answer.
Swali 42 Ripoti
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letter. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
AYO asked Mary to come today.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 43 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
flame
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined letters in "flame" are "fl". The only word that has the same consonant sound(s) as "fl" is "pillar" which also has the consonant sound "l". Therefore, the answer is "pillar." The other options ("dough," "psyche," and "photo") do not have the same consonant sound as "flame." "Dough" starts with a "d" sound, "psyche" starts with a "ps" sound, and "photo" starts with a "ph" sound.
Swali 44 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
short
Swali 45 Ripoti
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Though at first it appeared an insignificant idea, it turned out to be quite _________
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 46 Ripoti
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Akin is too full of himself. This means that Akin
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence "Akin is too full of himself" means that Akin is too proud. This implies that he has an excessive sense of self-importance or conceit, which may make him appear arrogant or overconfident.
Swali 47 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
sing
Swali 48 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
_______ arrived before the manager.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The correct word or group of words is "Neither he nor I". The phrase "neither he nor I" is a subject pronoun and is used correctly in the sentence. The words "me nor him" are object pronouns and do not make grammatical sense as the subject of the sentence. The phrase "either I nor him" is also incorrect as "either...or" is used to present alternatives, but in this sentence there is no alternative being presented.
Swali 49 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I guess he holds _______ sensitive position in the company.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The most appropriate option to complete the sentence is "some kind of." "Some kind of" is an idiomatic expression used to indicate that something exists, but it is not specified exactly what it is. In this sentence, "some kind of" suggests that the speaker believes that the person being referred to holds a sensitive position in the company, but the speaker is not sure what specific position it is. For example, "I guess he holds some kind of sensitive position in the company" means that the speaker believes that the person holds a sensitive position, but they do not know the exact nature of the position. The other options are incorrect because they do not use the correct idiomatic expression or do not make grammatical sense in the sentence. "Many kind of" is incorrect because "kind" is a countable noun, so it requires the plural form "kinds." "Many kinds of" would be correct if the sentence continued with a list of specific positions.
Swali 50 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He _______ this morning in a dazzling white shirt.
Swali 51 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
high
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word "high" has the same vowel sound as the word "by." The vowel sound in both of these words is the "i" sound.
Swali 52 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
scratch
Swali 53 Ripoti
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
After grasping the fundamental aspects of his job, Kwesi had to cope with more ________ procedures.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined word "fundamental" means basic or essential. The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "fundamental" is "advanced," which means highly developed or complex. Therefore, the correct word to fill the gap in the sentence would be "subidiary," which means less important or secondary. This makes sense in the context of the sentence, as after Kwesi had learned the basic aspects of his job, he had to deal with less important or secondary procedures.
Swali 54 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Not all activists champion ________ causes.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word that best completes the sentence is "worthy". An activist is someone who works to bring about political or social change, but not all of their causes may be considered "worthy" or deserving of support. For example, some causes may be more important or impactful than others. So, not all activists champion "worthy" causes.
Swali 55 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
could
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 56 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
We should assist the poor ________ ?
Maelezo ya Majibu
The best option to complete the sentence is "shouldn't we." This is because the sentence is expressing the idea that we have a moral obligation to help the poor. The use of "shouldn't we" implies that we have a responsibility to assist those in need, and suggests that it would be wrong not to do so. Therefore, this option is the most appropriate and meaningful choice to complete the sentence.
Swali 57 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ b /
Maelezo ya Majibu
The phonetic symbol "/b/" represents the sound made by the letter "b". Out of the given words, the word "bugle" contains the sound represented by "/b/". When you say "bugle", you make a "b" sound at the beginning. So, the word "bugle" is the one that contains the sound represented by the phonetic symbol "/b/".
Swali 58 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
He was such a brilliant footballer!
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined word "brilliant" in the sentence means exceptionally talented or skilled, especially in a particular field. The word that is nearest in meaning to "brilliant" is "skillful", as it implies possessing a high level of skill and expertise in a particular area. Therefore, the correct answer is "skillful".
Swali 59 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He spends a ______ deal of his time studying.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence implies that the subject spends a significant amount of time studying. Therefore, the word that best completes the sentence should indicate a large quantity. All of the options have similar meanings, but "great" (Option B) is the best fit because it implies a high degree of intensity or extent. Thus, the correct answer is "great".
Swali 60 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ ei /
Maelezo ya Majibu
The phonetic symbol /ei/ represents the long vowel sound in English, which is pronounced as "ay". Out of the options given, the word that contains this sound is "greet". This is because the letters "ee" in "greet" are pronounced as /ei/. The word "alone" contains the vowel sound /əʊ/ as in "bone". The word "height" contains the diphthong vowel sound /aɪ/ as in "buy". The word "neigh" contains the diphthong vowel sound /eɪ/ as in "day".
Swali 61 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
stew
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word with the same vowel sound as the one represented by the underlined letter(s) in "stew" is "blue." The vowel sound in "stew" is the "oo" sound, and the word "blue" also has the same "oo" sound. This is a long vowel sound, as in "moo." When deciding which word has the same vowel sound, you want to focus on the sound of the vowels, rather than their spelling. This means that even though the letters used to spell the vowels in "stew" and "blue" are different, they still have the same vowel sound.
Swali 62 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He is a doctor but he dabbles _______ politics now and then.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The best word to complete the sentence is "in". "Dabble in" is a common phrase that means to take part in an activity without serious commitment or involvement. In this context, the sentence means that the doctor occasionally participates in politics without making it his main profession or focus. The other options do not fit the context or meaning of the sentence: - "Through" suggests completing something or going from one end to another, which is not relevant to the sentence. - "On" could be used in some contexts, but it is not the best option in this case. "On" is often used with specific topics or issues ("on the subject of politics"), but not with general activities like "dabbling." - "Into" suggests a deeper level of involvement or engagement than "dabbling," which is not the intended meaning of the sentence.
Swali 63 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I have heard all _______ you've said
Maelezo ya Majibu
- That
Swali 64 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
jump
Maelezo ya Majibu
The consonant sound represented by the underlined letters in "jump" is "mp". Out of the options provided, only the word "digest" has the same "mp" consonant sound as "jump". Both "jump" and "digest" have the "mp" sound at the end of the word. Therefore, the correct answer is "digest".
Swali 65 Ripoti
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except on have the same stress pattern. identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Swali 66 Ripoti
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Kola: You really worked hard to win the case.
Didia: You don't know the half of it. This means that.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence is "it was even more difficult than Kola could imagine." In this context, "You don't know the half of it" is an idiomatic expression used to convey that a situation is more complicated, difficult or challenging than it appears. Didia is telling Kola that the effort she put into winning the case was even greater than what he thinks or knows. Therefore, the correct interpretation of Didia's response is that winning the case was more difficult than Kola imagined.
Swali 67 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
stay
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 68 Ripoti
An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other factors of ___71___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take ___72___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___73___. More often than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___74___ in or buy an existing business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___75___ or get to inherit some bad debt. The ___76___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___77___ in order to manage theor business successfully.
But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____78____ and services to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___79___ his business activities effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____80____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he creates employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 78 in the passage.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word that would best fit in gap number 78 is "products". An entrepreneur is someone who creates new things to make life easier and more comfortable. These new things could be goods or services, and they are referred to as "products". The word "products" is most suitable in this context because it is used to describe the things that an entrepreneur creates, and it fits in well with the rest of the passage.
Swali 69 Ripoti
In the following question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital letters.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
Unwillingness
Maelezo ya Majibu
The main/primary stress in the word "unwillingness" is on the first syllable, "un." Therefore, the correct stress pattern is "UN-wil-ling-ness."
Swali 70 Ripoti
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
She slogged her guts out for the examinations. This means that she
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence "She slogged her guts out for the examinations" means that she really worked very hard for the examinations. The phrase "slogged her guts out" is an idiom that means putting in a lot of effort and working extremely hard to achieve something. Therefore, the most appropriate interpretation of the sentence is that she worked very hard for the examination. The other options, such as failing despite working hard or passing despite not working hard, are not supported by the sentence's use of the idiom. Similarly, there is no indication of using unfair means to face the examination.
Swali 71 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
shadow
Swali 72 Ripoti
An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other factors of ___71___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take ___72___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___73___. More often than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___74___ in or buy an existing business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___75___ or get to inherit some bad debt. The ___76___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___77___ in order to manage theor business successfully.
But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____78____ and services to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___79___ his business activities effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____80____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he creates employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 79 in the passage.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The missing word in the passage refers to the action that an entrepreneur takes in order to manage his business activities effectively. The most suitable word to fill the gap is "controls." An entrepreneur needs to control his business activities in order to ensure that they are carried out efficiently and effectively. By controlling his business activities, he is able to minimize wastage and enhance productivity. The other options such as "checks," "restrains," and "bridles" do not fit the context and meaning of the sentence in the passage, as they do not convey the same level of active involvement and management that the word "controls" does. Therefore, "controls" is the best option to fill the missing word in the sentence.
Swali 73 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The defence counsel was unable to convince the ______ of John's innocence.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The defence counsel was unable to convince the "jury" of John's innocence. Explanation: In a court trial, the jury is a group of people selected to listen to the evidence presented and to make a decision or verdict on the case. The jury's responsibility is to determine the facts and apply the law to those facts. In this case, the defence counsel was unable to persuade the jury to believe that John was innocent. Therefore, the correct answer is "jury."
Swali 74 Ripoti
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Had he confessed much earlier, she would have trusted him. This means that he
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 75 Ripoti
In the following question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital letters.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
circumstances
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 76 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
wept
Swali 77 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The evening was rounded _____ with a dance.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence "The evening was rounded _____ with a dance" suggests that the dance was a conclusion or a final event of the evening. Out of the options provided, the phrase that best completes the sentence is "off". The phrase "rounded off" means to bring to a conclusion or complete something in a satisfying or appropriate way. Therefore, "rounded off" in the sentence indicates that the dance was the perfect conclusion to the evening. Hence, the correct answer is "off".
Swali 78 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
At the end of the _______. the National Anthem is played on our radio station.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence is describing an event that happens at the end of something, and the event is the playing of the National Anthem on a radio station. Out of the options given, the word that best fits into the sentence is "transmission". This is because transmission refers to the process of sending or broadcasting signals over a distance through various mediums such as radio waves or satellite signals. In this sentence, the National Anthem is being played at the end of something, and it is being played on a radio station, which suggests that it is being transmitted through radio waves. Therefore, the word "transmission" best fits in this sentence. The word "programming" refers to the planning and scheduling of events or activities, and it does not fit well in this context. The word "production" refers to the creation or manufacture of goods, and it does not fit well in this context. The word "transition" refers to the process of changing from one state or condition to another, and it does not fit well in this context.
Swali 79 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
lawyer
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined letters in "lawyer" are "aw." The word that has the same vowel sound as "aw" is "lawless." Therefore, the correct option is "lawless." The other options, "lorry," "adapt," and "flying," do not have the same vowel sound as "aw" and are therefore incorrect.
Swali 80 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
coin
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined letters in "coin" are "oi." The word that has the same vowel sound as "oi" is "toy." Therefore, the correct option is "toy." The other options, "rod," "lord," and "ride," do not have the same vowel sound as "oi" and are therefore incorrect.
Swali 81 Ripoti
An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other factors of ___71___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take ___72___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___73___. More often than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___74___ in or buy an existing business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___75___ or get to inherit some bad debt. The ___76___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___77___ in order to manage theor business successfully.
But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____78____ and services to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___79___ his business activities effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____80____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he creates employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 71 in the passage.
Maelezo ya Majibu
In the given passage, the missing word in number 71 should describe the factors that an entrepreneur combines to start a business and make a profit. The word should fit the context of the sentence, which describes the qualities that an entrepreneur possesses. Out of the given options, the word that is most suitable to fill number 71 is "production." This is because an entrepreneur combines the factors of production, such as land, labor, and capital, to create goods or services that can be sold for a profit. The sentence is stating that an entrepreneur is someone who can organize and manage a business enterprise by combining the factors of production. Therefore, the correct answer is D - "production." The sentence means that an entrepreneur combines the factors of production to start a business and make a profit.
Swali 82 Ripoti
In the following question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital letters.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
installation
Maelezo ya Majibu
The correct stress for the word "installation" is "in-stal-LA-tion". In English, the stress pattern of a word can change its meaning or alter its grammatical function. In the case of "installation," the word is a noun, and the primary stress falls on the third syllable, which is "LA." Therefore, the correct pronunciation is in-stal-LA-tion. Option A, "IN-stal-la-tion," places the primary stress on the first syllable, which is incorrect. Option B, "in-STAL-la-tion," places the primary stress on the second syllable, which is also incorrect. Option D, "in-stal-la-TION," places the primary stress on the last syllable, which is not correct either. Therefore, option C, "in-stal-LA-tion," is the correct choice, and it accurately reflects the correct stress pattern for the word "installation."
Swali 83 Ripoti
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
As erroneous as it might sound, the Headmaster's assumption was quite _______
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 84 Ripoti
An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other factors of ___71___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take ___72___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___73___. More often than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___74___ in or buy an existing business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___75___ or get to inherit some bad debt. The ___76___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___77___ in order to manage theor business successfully.
But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____78____ and services to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___79___ his business activities effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____80____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he creates employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 75 in the passage.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The missing word in number 75 should be a word that describes a person who becomes responsible for the debts of an existing business, if an entrepreneur buys or invests in it. Out of the options given, the word that best fits in this context is "partner". This is because when an entrepreneur becomes a partner in an existing business, they become responsible for its debts and liabilities, as well as its profits. The words "colleague" and "comrade" refer to a person who works with another person, but they do not specifically imply any financial responsibility for the business. The word "fellow" can refer to a person who shares a particular characteristic or status with another person, but it does not convey the specific financial responsibility of a partner in a business.
Swali 85 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He ______ be very handsome but i don't like him.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word "might" best completes the sentence "He ______ be very handsome but I don't like him." "Might" suggests the possibility of something being true, in this case, the possibility of the man being handsome. The other options, "shall," "will," and "can," suggest more certainty, which is not appropriate in this sentence where the speaker is expressing a personal opinion and not a fact.
Swali 86 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
strict
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word "strict" has the same consonant sound as the letter "s" in the words "indict", "incite", and "inflict". This is because all four words begin with the same consonant sound, which is the "s" sound. The "s" sound is the same in each of these words, so they all have the same consonant sound as the word "strict". The word that has the same consonant sound as "strict" is "indict", "incite", and "inflict".
Swali 87 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
I think that his essay is impeccable.
Maelezo ya Majibu
In the sentence, the word "impeccable" means perfect, flawless, without any errors or faults. Therefore, the word that is nearest in meaning to "impeccable" is "faultless," which means having no faults or defects. So, the correct answer is D - "faultless." The sentence means that the speaker thinks that the essay is perfect and without any errors or faults.
Swali 88 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
At the last minute, Amidu backed _____ of the plan.
Maelezo ya Majibu
At the last minute, Amidu backed "out" of the plan. Explanation: To "back out" means to withdraw from a commitment, agreement or plan. In this context, Amidu decided not to go through with the plan. The other options are not suitable in this context. For instance, "back up" means to provide support or to move backward, "back off" means to retreat or withdraw from a confrontation, and "back down" means to concede defeat or to withdraw from a position. Therefore, the correct answer is "out."
Swali 89 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The _______ results proved that the patient had hepatitis.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 90 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
Unfortunately, corruption is the _______ of most African countries.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence suggests that the word to be selected should describe what is the cause of the problem in African countries. "Venom" refers to poisonous substances, which is not relevant to the sentence's context. "Bane" means a cause of great distress or annoyance, which is an appropriate word for the sentence because it means the root of the problem. "Disaster" refers to a sudden and widespread event that causes significant damage or loss of life, which is not appropriate for the context of the sentence. "Backbone" means the most substantial part of something, but it is not the appropriate word to complete the sentence. Therefore, the correct answer is "bane." It fits the sentence's context and means the root cause of a problem.
Swali 91 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
think
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined sound in "think" is "th". The only word among the options that has the same consonant sound is "tooth" (Option B), which also contains the "th" sound. The other options do not have this sound.
Swali 92 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
parent
Swali 93 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He would rather appeal the decision _______ defeat.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 94 Ripoti
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
After months of battling with stroke, he is now a shadow of his former self. This means that he
Maelezo ya Majibu
The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence "After months of battling with stroke, he is now a shadow of his former self" is that he is now frail. This means that the person has become weak and feeble as a result of the stroke. They may have lost weight, muscle mass, and the ability to perform everyday tasks they used to do with ease. They are not able to function as they did before the stroke, and they may need assistance from others to do even simple tasks. In essence, the person's physical and mental abilities have been significantly impacted by the stroke, causing them to become a mere shadow of their former self.
Swali 95 Ripoti
An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other factors of ___71___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take ___72___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___73___. More often than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___74___ in or buy an existing business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___75___ or get to inherit some bad debt. The ___76___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___77___ in order to manage theor business successfully.
But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____78____ and services to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___79___ his business activities effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____80____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he creates employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 77 in the passage.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The missing word in number 77 should be a word that describes the abilities an entrepreneur needs to manage their business successfully. Out of the options given, the word that best fits in this context is "skills". This is because an entrepreneur needs various skills such as financial management, marketing, communication, and leadership to run a successful business. These skills are necessary to manage resources effectively, make sound decisions, and achieve business goals. The word "talents" refers to natural abilities or aptitudes, which may not necessarily be related to managing a business. The word "knack" refers to a natural skill or talent, but it does not fully capture the complexity and depth of skills needed to run a successful business. The word "foresight" refers to the ability to anticipate future events or outcomes, which is an important trait for an entrepreneur, but it does not fully encompass the range of skills needed to manage a business.
Swali 96 Ripoti
An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other factors of ___71___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take ___72___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___73___. More often than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___74___ in or buy an existing business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___75___ or get to inherit some bad debt. The ___76___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___77___ in order to manage theor business successfully.
But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____78____ and services to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___79___ his business activities effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____80____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he creates employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 74 in the passage.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 97 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The student complained that he ______ the teacher.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence is in the past tense, and it describes an action that the student performed in relation to the teacher. The correct answer should therefore use the past tense and convey the meaning of being unable to hear the teacher. Out of the given options, only one word or group of words fits this description: - could not hear This option is in the past tense and conveys the meaning of the student being unable to hear the teacher. The other options do not fit the description because they are in the present tense or do not convey the meaning of being unable to hear. Therefore, the correct answer is option B, "could not hear".
Swali 98 Ripoti
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Femi is too clever by half. This means that Femi
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 99 Ripoti
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Kura, you can't be too careful when dealing with Wang. This means that Kura.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The most appropriate interpretation for the sentence "Kura, you can't be too careful when dealing with Wang" is that Kura has to be very careful in his relationship with Wang. The phrase "can't be too careful" implies that one should exercise caution and be very vigilant because the situation may be risky or dangerous. Therefore, the sentence suggests that Wang may not be entirely trustworthy or reliable, and Kura needs to take extra care when interacting with him. The other options are not appropriate because they do not reflect the meaning conveyed by the sentence.
Swali 100 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I am totally disappointed _______ such poor grades.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word or group of words that best completes the sentence "I am totally disappointed _______ such poor grades." is "with". When we are disappointed with something, we are expressing our dissatisfaction or frustration with it. In this case, the speaker is expressing their disappointment with the poor grades they received. The word that best completes the sentence is "with".
Swali 101 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The new book has beautiful _______ which make it attractive.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The best word to complete the sentence is "illustrations". This is because illustrations refer to pictures or diagrams in a book that enhance the visual appeal and attractiveness of the book. Demonstrations are more appropriate for showing how something works or is done, while illuminations refer to the decoration or embellishment of text. Compositions refer to the arrangement or structure of something, which may not necessarily contribute to the visual appeal of the book. Therefore, "illustrations" is the most suitable word to complete the sentence.
Swali 102 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
cup
Swali 103 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I have made remarkable progress ______ learning French.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The best option to complete the sentence is "in". "In" is the most appropriate preposition to use when referring to progress made in learning a language. It indicates the area or field in which the progress was made. So, saying "I have made remarkable progress in learning French" means that the speaker has made significant strides in the process of acquiring knowledge of the French language. On the other hand, "by" is often used to indicate the means or method by which something was achieved, for example, "I made remarkable progress by practicing every day". "At" can be used to describe a level of proficiency, for instance, "I am good at speaking French". Lastly, "for" would not fit in the context of progress in learning a language.
Swali 104 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
zero
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 105 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
I _______ have done the dishes but i haven't had the time.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word or group of words that best completes the sentence "I _______ have done the dishes but I haven't had the time." is "should". The word "should" is used to express obligation or duty, as in "I should have done the dishes". In this case, the speaker is indicating that they feel like they should have done the dishes, but that they haven't had the time to do so. The word or group of words that best completes the sentence is "should".
Swali 106 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
Sani ______ on a banana peel and fell down.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The best option to complete the sentence is "slipped". Explanation: The sentence is describing an action that occurred in the past, so the past tense of the verb is required. "Slid" is also a past tense verb, but it doesn't fit in the sentence as well as "slipped" does. When someone falls on a banana peel, they usually slip because the peel is slippery. So, the word "slipped" is the best choice to complete the sentence.
Swali 107 Ripoti
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Algebra seems complicated, but with practice it becomes ________
Swali 108 Ripoti
An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other factors of ___71___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take ___72___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___73___. More often than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___74___ in or buy an existing business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___75___ or get to inherit some bad debt. The ___76___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___77___ in order to manage theor business successfully.
But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____78____ and services to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___79___ his business activities effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____80____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he creates employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 76 in the passage..
Maelezo ya Majibu
In the context of the passage, the missing word in number 76 should refer to the qualities or characteristics that a good entrepreneur must possess. Among the options provided, "attributes" is the word that best fits this description. "Attributes" refer to the inherent characteristics or qualities of a person, which in this case, are the qualities that a good entrepreneur must possess, such as hard work, innovation, creativity, being well-informed and confident, and possessing good managerial skills. Therefore, the answer is option C, "attributes."
Swali 109 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
Everyone has the urge to succeed in life.
Maelezo ya Majibu
In the sentence, the underlined word "urge" means a strong desire or impulse to achieve or succeed in life. Among the options provided, the word that best captures the meaning of "urge" in this context is "desire." Therefore, the answer is option B, "desire."
Swali 110 Ripoti
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
I admire Modou: very few people can stomach all of Adaeze's insults. This means that Modou
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence "I admire Modou: very few people can stomach all of Adaeze's insults" means that Modou was able to tolerate or endure all of Adaeze's insults, which is the interpretation represented by option A. To simplify, the sentence is expressing admiration for Modou's ability to handle or withstand Adaeze's insults, which indicates that Modou is strong and has a high level of emotional resilience. The phrase "very few people can stomach" suggests that Adaeze's insults are severe and difficult to endure. Option B, "was a weakling", is not appropriate because the sentence expresses admiration for Modou, which contradicts the notion that he is weak. Option C, "had no answer to Adaeze's insults", and option D, "did the right thing by remaining silent", are not supported by the sentence and are not appropriate interpretations.
Swali 111 Ripoti
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
We all know that Bola is insolent whereas Ade is ________
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined word is "insolent", which means showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect. To choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning, we need to find a word that means showing respect and good manners. The word that fits this description from the options provided is "respectful". To check if it fits the sentence, we can substitute it for the gap: "We all know that Bola is insolent whereas Ade is respectful". This sentence makes sense and shows a clear contrast between the behavior of the two individuals. Therefore, the correct answer is "respectful". Note: "cowardly" means lacking courage, "humble" means having a modest opinion of oneself, and "modest" means not excessively showy or confident. These words do not fit the context of the sentence or provide an opposite meaning to "insolent".
Swali 112 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
same
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 113 Ripoti
In the following sentence, the word that receives the emphatic stress is written in capital letter. From the questions lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.
Dad requested the DRIVER to open the door.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 114 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
burn
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 115 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
David is not only hardworking but also scrupulous.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word "scrupulous" in this sentence means that David is very careful and thorough in his work, and pays attention to details. Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to "scrupulous" is "painstaking", which also means very careful and thorough in doing something. The other options do not convey the same meaning as "scrupulous".
Swali 116 Ripoti
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
The youth prefer discussing contemporary issues to ______ ones.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence suggests that the youth like to discuss contemporary issues rather than a certain type of issues that are opposite in meaning to the underlined word. The underlined word is "contemporary," which means current or modern. The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "contemporary" is "archaic," which means old or ancient. Therefore, the correct answer is "archaic". The other options do not fit the context of the sentence: - "Uninteresting" is a negative quality and does not necessarily imply old or ancient. - "Stale" means not fresh, but it does not necessarily imply old or ancient either. - "Political" is not opposite in meaning to "contemporary." In fact, contemporary issues can be political in nature.
Swali 117 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ c /
Maelezo ya Majibu
The phonetic symbol /c/ represents the sound of "s" as in "say". Therefore, the correct answer is the word "says". The other options do not contain the /c/ sound, as follows: - "beer" contains the /b/ and /r/ sounds. - "isle" contains the /aɪ/ and /l/ sounds. - "raid" contains the /r/ and /d/ sounds.
Swali 118 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ ɔː /
Maelezo ya Majibu
The phonetic symbol "/ ɔː /" represents the "aw" sound, as heard in words such as "law". The only option among the choices that contains this sound is "law" (Option B). The other options contain different vowel sounds. Therefore, "law" is the correct answer.
Swali 119 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
He always gives ______ for coming late to school.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence "He always gives ______ for coming late to school" suggests that the person being referred to always has an excuse for being late to school. Out of the options provided, the phrase that best completes the sentence is "one excuse or the other". This phrase is commonly used to refer to someone who always has an excuse for their actions, and it fits well in the context of the sentence. Therefore, the correct answer is "one excuse or the other".
Swali 120 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same consonant sound(s) as the on represented by the letter(s) underlined.
cheek
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word that has the same consonant sound as the one represented by the underlined letters in "cheek" is option D, "cheque." The letters "ch" in both words have the same sound of "tʃ". The other options do not have the same consonant sound as "cheek."
Swali 121 Ripoti
In the following options lettered A to D, all the words except on have the same stress pattern. identify the one with the different stress pattern.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The stress pattern of the words "concept", "control", "confess" is on the first syllable, while the stress pattern of "confuse" is on the second syllable. Therefore, (D) "confuse" has a different stress pattern from the other options.
Swali 122 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The Mayor gave a glowing ________ at the funeral of the city's only curator.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word that best completes the sentence is "tribute." A tribute is a formal expression of admiration or respect, so in this context, the Mayor giving a glowing tribute at the funeral of the city's only curator would mean that he was giving a formal expression of admiration or respect for the curator.
Swali 123 Ripoti
In the following sentence, there is an underlined word and one gap. From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Binetou's inquisitiveness is in sharp contrast with her sister's
Maelezo ya Majibu
The sentence implies that Binetou is very curious, while her sister is not. We are asked to choose a word that is the opposite of "inquisitiveness" and can fit into the blank space. The word that is the opposite of "inquisitiveness" is "indifference," which means a lack of interest or concern. The other options are not opposite in meaning to "inquisitiveness." Therefore, the correct answer is option A, "indifference." So, the completed sentence would be: "Binetou's inquisitiveness is in sharp contrast with her sister's indifference."
Swali 124 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ ð /
Maelezo ya Majibu
The phonetic symbol /ð/ represents the voiced dental fricative sound, which is produced by placing the tip of the tongue between the teeth and forcing air through the narrow gap, while the vocal cords vibrate. Out of the given options, only one word contains the sound /ð/: "smooth." The "th" in "smooth" is pronounced with the voiced dental fricative sound /ð/. Therefore, the correct answer is "smooth."
Swali 125 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
My parents taught me a lot of lessons, most of ______ are difficult to forget.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The correct option to complete the sentence is "which." In this sentence, "most of" is used to introduce a defining relative clause. The pronoun "which" is the appropriate word to use in such clauses to refer to things, not people. In this case, "lessons" is the thing that is being referred to. Therefore, the sentence should read: "My parents taught me a lot of lessons, most of which are difficult to forget."
Swali 126 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the given phonetic symbol.
/ n /
Swali 127 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
The Politician is a fluent speaker.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word "fluent" means able to speak a language easily and accurately. The closest word in meaning from the options given is "eloquent", which means able to express oneself clearly and effectively in speech or writing. Therefore, the correct answer is (A) "an eloquent speaker".
Swali 128 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
blow
Maelezo ya Majibu
Swali 129 Ripoti
An entrepreneur is a person who organises and manages any business enterprise, or one who combines the other factors of ___71___ to start a business and make profit, He possesses considerable initiatuve and is willing to take ___72___. An entrpreneur can be a farme, a dressmaker, a factory owner, a wholesaler or a ___73___. More often than not, it is best for an entrpreneur to start a business from scratch rather than ___74___ in or buy an existing business. One advantage is that he would be independent and not become a ___75___ or get to inherit some bad debt. The ___76___ of a good entrepreneur must include hardwork, innovation and creativity. He must be well-informed and confident to make worthwhile decisions. As it takes a great deal of energy, time and money to operate one's own business, entrepreneurs must seek to possess goo managerial ___77___ in order to manage theor business successfully.
But how useful is the entrepreneur to the society? He is an innovator who develops new ____78____ and services to make life easier and more comfortable. He plans, organises, directs and ___79___ his business activities effectively, thus minimizing wastage of limited ____80____ and enhancing productivity. Also, he creates employment and contributes to the generation of revenue for the government by paying taxes.
In the above passage, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, four options are given. Choose the word that is the most suitable to fill number 73 in the passage.
Maelezo ya Majibu
In the given passage, the options for the missing word at number 73 are "hawker", "peddler", "retailer", and "trader". Out of these options, the most suitable word to fill the blank is "retailer". This is because the passage mentions various types of entrepreneurs, such as farmers, dressmakers, factory owners, and wholesalers, who all involve in different types of businesses. Among these, a retailer is another type of entrepreneur who buys goods from wholesalers and sells them to customers for a profit. Therefore, option "C - retailer" is the most appropriate word to fill the blank at number 73 in the given passage.
Swali 130 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
He was directed to write the letter.
Maelezo ya Majibu
In the sentence "He was directed to write the letter," the word "directed" means to give an order or instruction. Therefore, the word or phrase closest in meaning to "directed" is "instructed." The person in the sentence was given a clear command to write the letter, rather than being advised, persuaded, or forced to do so.
Swali 131 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
That was a timely intervention.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The underlined word "timely" means something that was done at the right or appropriate time, i.e., prompt. Therefore, the correct option is C, prompt. Explanation: In the sentence, the word "timely" is used to describe an intervention that happened at the right or appropriate time. The word "suitable" means something that is appropriate or fitting, but it does not necessarily connote the idea of time. The word "accurate" means something that is precise or exact, but it does not relate to time. The word "major" means something that is significant or important, but it is not related to time either. Hence, option C, prompt, is the closest in meaning to the underlined word in the given sentence.
Swali 132 Ripoti
From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined.
how
Maelezo ya Majibu
The word "bowl" has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined. To determine this, you can say each word out loud and pay attention to the sound of the vowel in each one. The sound in "bowl" is the same as the sound in the underlined letters.
Swali 133 Ripoti
From the words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the word or group of words that best completes each of the following sentences.
The police have _________ a warning to all residents of the area.
Maelezo ya Majibu
The correct word to complete the sentence is "put out." "Put out" means to issue or make known, so the sentence would mean that the police have issued a warning to the residents.
Swali 134 Ripoti
In the following question, the main/primary stress is indicated by writing the syllable on which it occurs in capital letters.
From the words lettered A to D, choose the one that has the correct stress.
apologize
Swali 135 Ripoti
Write a story ending with the statement: "I wish I had told the truth."
Swali 136 Ripoti
Write a story to illustrate the saying: A bird in hand is worth two in the bush.
Once upon a time, there was a man named Jack who lived in a small village. Jack was a hunter and loved to spend his days in the forest, hunting for birds. One day, Jack was walking through the forest when he saw two birds fly by. He quickly aimed his bow and arrow and shot one bird. However, the other bird flew away into the bushes. Excited to have caught one bird, Jack started to walk back to the village with his catch. But as he was walking, he couldn't stop thinking about the bird that had flown away into the bushes. He thought to himself, "What if the bird in the bushes is bigger and more beautiful than the one I have in my hand? Maybe I should go back and try to catch it." So, Jack decided to go back into the bushes to search for the other bird. He spent hours searching, but he couldn't find it. Frustrated, Jack realized that the bird in his hand was worth more to him than two birds that he might have caught in the bushes. From that day on, Jack learned that it's better to be content with what you have, instead of always searching for something better. He also realized that the saying, "A bird in hand is worth two in the bush," is very true. The end.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Once upon a time, there was a man named Jack who lived in a small village. Jack was a hunter and loved to spend his days in the forest, hunting for birds. One day, Jack was walking through the forest when he saw two birds fly by. He quickly aimed his bow and arrow and shot one bird. However, the other bird flew away into the bushes. Excited to have caught one bird, Jack started to walk back to the village with his catch. But as he was walking, he couldn't stop thinking about the bird that had flown away into the bushes. He thought to himself, "What if the bird in the bushes is bigger and more beautiful than the one I have in my hand? Maybe I should go back and try to catch it." So, Jack decided to go back into the bushes to search for the other bird. He spent hours searching, but he couldn't find it. Frustrated, Jack realized that the bird in his hand was worth more to him than two birds that he might have caught in the bushes. From that day on, Jack learned that it's better to be content with what you have, instead of always searching for something better. He also realized that the saying, "A bird in hand is worth two in the bush," is very true. The end.
Swali 137 Ripoti
Write an article suitable for publication in a national newspaper on the high cost of living, suggesting at least three ways in which the government of your country can tackle the problem.
Model answer: newspaper article
TAMING THE RISING COST OF LIVING
By Aisha Bello
Life has become unbearably expensive for the ordinary citizen. The prices of food, transport, rent and other basic needs have soared beyond the reach of the average family, and many now struggle to afford even a single decent meal a day. Unless urgent steps are taken, the suffering will only deepen.
The causes are not far to seek. Poor harvests, insecurity that keeps farmers off their land, a weak local currency, and the high cost of fuel have all pushed prices upward. The worst hit are workers on fixed salaries, whose earnings can no longer match the daily rise in prices.
Fortunately, the government can do much to ease the burden. First, it should support agriculture by providing farmers with improved seeds, fertilizers and loans at low interest, and by securing farmlands, so that food production increases and prices fall. Secondly, it should stabilize the national currency and curb inflation through sound economic policies, thereby restoring the purchasing power of the people. Thirdly, it should invest in reliable public transport and a steady supply of electricity, which would lower the cost of moving goods and running businesses.
The high cost of living is not beyond solution. With sincere effort and good planning, the government can lift the heavy load from the shoulders of its citizens. The time to act is now.
Key features expected: headline and by-line; identification of the problem; at least three practical government measures; formal, impersonal style; clear paragraphing.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Model answer: newspaper article
TAMING THE RISING COST OF LIVING
By Aisha Bello
Life has become unbearably expensive for the ordinary citizen. The prices of food, transport, rent and other basic needs have soared beyond the reach of the average family, and many now struggle to afford even a single decent meal a day. Unless urgent steps are taken, the suffering will only deepen.
The causes are not far to seek. Poor harvests, insecurity that keeps farmers off their land, a weak local currency, and the high cost of fuel have all pushed prices upward. The worst hit are workers on fixed salaries, whose earnings can no longer match the daily rise in prices.
Fortunately, the government can do much to ease the burden. First, it should support agriculture by providing farmers with improved seeds, fertilizers and loans at low interest, and by securing farmlands, so that food production increases and prices fall. Secondly, it should stabilize the national currency and curb inflation through sound economic policies, thereby restoring the purchasing power of the people. Thirdly, it should invest in reliable public transport and a steady supply of electricity, which would lower the cost of moving goods and running businesses.
The high cost of living is not beyond solution. With sincere effort and good planning, the government can lift the heavy load from the shoulders of its citizens. The time to act is now.
Key features expected: headline and by-line; identification of the problem; at least three practical government measures; formal, impersonal style; clear paragraphing.
Swali 138 Ripoti
Tourism is an area which has not been fully explored by the government to boost the economy of your country. Write an article suitable for publication in a national newspaper on the need to develop the tourism industry
Swali 139 Ripoti
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions on it.
The crowd was massive. Men, women, boys and girls from every nook and cranny of the village had gathered under the big iroko tree. Also in the crowd was an American couple, tourists, who were enjoying their holiday. At the centre of the large circle of people was the magician who had the reputation of performing unbelievable feats. Everybody was impressed with the feats which went along with the hilarious drumming.
Then came the next item. The magician's three aides each took out a local gun while the magician danced even wilder. The gun-totting aides took up position in three different corners. The drumming became more frenzied and the magician performed more acrobatics. The people were not to wonder for long what the guns had to do with the whole show. One after the other, the aides aimed at the magician while he steadied himself to receive the shots. Each gun boomed with a loud report and the magician jumped up in celebration of his survival. The three shots seemingly got to him but he simply laughed to scorn the shooters.
The American tourist was more than mystified. He could not explain it. How could a man receive bullet shots in his chest and still remain unscathed? In disbelief he shouted " This is amazing can't be explained But wait a minute. I II join the show myself." There and then, he went to his car took out his riffle and returned to the crowd "I'm gonna get this guy!" he proclaimed.
He took aim. The magician saw him out of the corner of his eye. He surveyed the scenario and decided that he was not prepared for this. Quickly, he showed a clean pair of heels. Tearing through the crowd he ran for dear life. Some thought this was still part of the show. but when the man would not return it was clear that he had bidden the audience a hasty farewell.
What the American and most others did not realise all the time was that the local guns had no bullets whatsoever only the gunpowder.
(a) What suggests that the show was free?
(b) What evidence is there that the performance was not a one-man show?
(c) Why was the magician confident to receive the shots from his aides?
(d) What did the American tourist set out to prove?
(e) What might have happened if the American had completed his contemplated action?
(f) ....he showed a clean pair of heels. What does this expression mean?
(g) ... which went along with the hilarious drumming.
(i) What is the grammatical name given to this expression as it is used in the passage?
(ii) What is its function?
(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) feats (ii) aides 1 (iii) steadied (iv) mystified (v) unscathed (vi) hasty
(a) What suggests that the show was free:
The show was staged openly in the village square, under the big iroko tree, where a massive crowd of men, women, boys and girls from every nook and cranny, as well as passing tourists, simply gathered round to watch, with no mention of any gate or payment.
(b) Evidence that the performance was not a one-man show:
The magician was assisted by three aides, who each took out a local gun and took up positions, and the feats were accompanied by drummers whose hilarious drumming urged him on; others clearly took part.
(c) Why the magician was confident to receive the shots:
Because the local guns held by his aides had no bullets in them whatsoever, only gunpowder, so he knew that the shots could do him no harm.
(d) What the American tourist set out to prove:
He set out to prove that the magician could not really survive a genuine gunshot, intending to expose the trick by firing his own rifle, which contained real bullets, at the performer.
(e) What might have happened if the American had completed his contemplated action:
He would have shot the magician with a real bullet from his rifle, and the magician would have been killed or seriously wounded, since the trick only worked with the aides' bulletless guns.
(f) Meaning of "he showed a clean pair of heels":
It means that he ran away swiftly; he took to his heels and fled.
(g) "...which went along with the hilarious drumming."
(h) Words that can replace the following as used in the passage:
Maelezo ya Majibu
(a) What suggests that the show was free:
The show was staged openly in the village square, under the big iroko tree, where a massive crowd of men, women, boys and girls from every nook and cranny, as well as passing tourists, simply gathered round to watch, with no mention of any gate or payment.
(b) Evidence that the performance was not a one-man show:
The magician was assisted by three aides, who each took out a local gun and took up positions, and the feats were accompanied by drummers whose hilarious drumming urged him on; others clearly took part.
(c) Why the magician was confident to receive the shots:
Because the local guns held by his aides had no bullets in them whatsoever, only gunpowder, so he knew that the shots could do him no harm.
(d) What the American tourist set out to prove:
He set out to prove that the magician could not really survive a genuine gunshot, intending to expose the trick by firing his own rifle, which contained real bullets, at the performer.
(e) What might have happened if the American had completed his contemplated action:
He would have shot the magician with a real bullet from his rifle, and the magician would have been killed or seriously wounded, since the trick only worked with the aides' bulletless guns.
(f) Meaning of "he showed a clean pair of heels":
It means that he ran away swiftly; he took to his heels and fled.
(g) "...which went along with the hilarious drumming."
(h) Words that can replace the following as used in the passage:
Swali 140 Ripoti
You have been invited to participate in a debate on the topic: Technology has eroded our values. Write your argument for or against the motion.
Swali 141 Ripoti
Read the following passage carefully and answer the question on it.
Drug abuse is a menace in many countries The continued abuse of drugs usually leads to addiction. This problem is more common among youths The drugs that can be abused vary from prescribed medication to more controlled substances. Alcohol cigarette and controlled substances such as cocaine heroin, methamphetamine and so on are addictive drugs that are often used by many young people They can be smoked, swallowed, inhaled or injected into the bloodstream.
There are numerous adverse medical and psychological consequences associated with drug addiction Individuals have been known to suffer irreversible damage from the abuse of drugs. It can affect the central nervous system as well as cause memory loss, brain damage and depression.
Drug addicts may display psychotic behaviours, mood swings and may be predisposed to irascible decision making. They are also likely to suffer general health problems related to the lungs, heart and kidneys. In fact, the adverse behavioural and physical effects of drug addiction on the individual are enormous.
Apart from the problems for the individual the families of drug addicts are not spared Since addicts are usually incapable of functioning as 'normal' members of the society they abuse their families. They are prone to abusing spouses and children. There have been reports of children harming their parents because the latter did not give them money to buy drugs. Drugs addicts may eventually require expensive treatment and rehabilitation. These have huge cost implications that put a lot of pressure on the family budget. In addition their families face stigmatization in their communities.
The society at large also suffers. Drug addicts are more likely to be involved in criminal activities than people who are not. Many of the heinous crimes reported have been attributed to drug addiction. The abuse of alcohol is one of the reasons for the increasing number of road accidents. An increase in crime rate forces the government to commit huge resources to fighting crime resources that could have been used to provide more social amenities. Moreover, most criminal gangs are formed and thrive on money from drugs. Although the addicts have made the drug trade seemingly attractive and profitable no one should promote it.
Regardless of the apparently insurmountable nature of the problems associated with drug addiction some measures could be taken to curb this menace People need to be more educated on the effects of addiction on themselves and their families. Children must be taught in schools and at home the need to stay away from drugs. The law-enforcement agencies should also be better empowered and resourced to apprehend dealers in order to curtail the availability of drugs in circulation. Another step is to ensure that drug addicts receive early treatment. Such treatment should be based on the specific drug the individual is addicted to. While it may appear impossible to eliminate the problems of addiction, relentless efforts in taking the steps above will help to weaken the grip of drug abuse on our society
(a) In three sentences, one for each state three categories of people that are affected by drug addiction and what they suffer.
(b) In three sentences one for each, identify three ways to combat drug addiction in the society.
(a) Three categories of people affected by drug addiction and what they suffer (one sentence each):
(b) Three ways to combat drug addiction in the society (one sentence each):
Maelezo ya Majibu
(a) Three categories of people affected by drug addiction and what they suffer (one sentence each):
(b) Three ways to combat drug addiction in the society (one sentence each):
Swali 142 Ripoti
Write a story ending with the expression: ''Then, I realized that everyone is important in his or her own way.''
Swali 143 Ripoti
You are dissatisfied with some practices in your school. Write a letter to your friend in another school discussing at least three of these practices and the improvement you desire.
Model answer: informal letter
10 School Road,
Enugu.
3 March, 2025.
Dear Ada,
It has been quite a while since we last exchanged letters, and I hope you are enjoying life in your new school. I am writing to share with you some of the practices in my school that trouble me, hoping that yours is free of them.
To begin with, I am dissatisfied with the excessive manual labour we are made to do. Instead of a few reasonable chores, we spend hours cutting grass and clearing the compound during lesson periods, so that our studies suffer. I would prefer that a groundsman be employed and that labour be limited to short, after-school periods.
Secondly, I dislike the way meals are handled in the dining hall. The food is often poorly prepared and served in small quantities, and complaints are ignored. I strongly desire a review of the menu and better supervision of the kitchen staff so that we are properly fed.
Thirdly, I am unhappy about the harsh and unfair punishments given by some prefects. Minor offences attract heavy flogging, which breeds fear rather than discipline. I would like to see punishments made moderate and offenders given a fair hearing before they are punished.
These are the practices that worry me most. I believe that if they are corrected, our school will be a far happier and more productive place. Please write back and tell me how things are done in your school.
Your friend,
Ngozi.
Key features expected: informal-letter format; at least three clearly stated practices, each with the desired improvement; friendly tone; orderly paragraphs.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Model answer: informal letter
10 School Road,
Enugu.
3 March, 2025.
Dear Ada,
It has been quite a while since we last exchanged letters, and I hope you are enjoying life in your new school. I am writing to share with you some of the practices in my school that trouble me, hoping that yours is free of them.
To begin with, I am dissatisfied with the excessive manual labour we are made to do. Instead of a few reasonable chores, we spend hours cutting grass and clearing the compound during lesson periods, so that our studies suffer. I would prefer that a groundsman be employed and that labour be limited to short, after-school periods.
Secondly, I dislike the way meals are handled in the dining hall. The food is often poorly prepared and served in small quantities, and complaints are ignored. I strongly desire a review of the menu and better supervision of the kitchen staff so that we are properly fed.
Thirdly, I am unhappy about the harsh and unfair punishments given by some prefects. Minor offences attract heavy flogging, which breeds fear rather than discipline. I would like to see punishments made moderate and offenders given a fair hearing before they are punished.
These are the practices that worry me most. I believe that if they are corrected, our school will be a far happier and more productive place. Please write back and tell me how things are done in your school.
Your friend,
Ngozi.
Key features expected: informal-letter format; at least three clearly stated practices, each with the desired improvement; friendly tone; orderly paragraphs.
Swali 144 Ripoti
Your community lacks some basic amenities. Write a letter to the Local Government Administrator explaining the importance of such amenities and how their absence affects the lives of the people.
Swali 145 Ripoti
Write a letter to the Chairman of the Environmental Protection Agency on the effects of illegal felling of trees and suggest ways to remedy the situation.
Model answer: formal letter
15 Riverside Street,
Benin City.
8 May, 2025.
The Chairman,
Environmental Protection Agency,
Benin City.
Dear Sir,
THE EFFECTS OF ILLEGAL FELLING OF TREES
I write to draw your attention to the alarming rate at which trees are being illegally felled in our community, and to suggest ways of remedying the situation before the damage becomes irreversible.
The effects of this practice are grave. In the first place, the reckless cutting of trees exposes the soil to erosion, so that fertile topsoil is washed away and farmlands are ruined. Secondly, the loss of forest cover destroys the habitat of wildlife and upsets the balance of nature. Thirdly, fewer trees mean less rainfall, rising temperatures and poorer air quality, since trees absorb carbon dioxide and give out oxygen. Altogether, the practice threatens both our environment and our health.
To remedy the situation, I respectfully suggest the following. The Agency should enforce strict laws against illegal logging and prosecute offenders. It should also launch a vigorous tree-planting campaign, requiring that several trees be planted for every one lawfully cut. In addition, public enlightenment programmes should be organized in schools and markets to teach citizens the value of trees.
I am confident that, with your prompt intervention, our environment can be protected for the good of present and future generations. Thank you for your attention.
Yours faithfully,
Osaro Igbinedion.
Key features expected: formal-letter format (two addresses, "Dear Sir", subject heading, "Yours faithfully"); clear effects of tree-felling; practical remedies; formal, respectful tone.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Model answer: formal letter
15 Riverside Street,
Benin City.
8 May, 2025.
The Chairman,
Environmental Protection Agency,
Benin City.
Dear Sir,
THE EFFECTS OF ILLEGAL FELLING OF TREES
I write to draw your attention to the alarming rate at which trees are being illegally felled in our community, and to suggest ways of remedying the situation before the damage becomes irreversible.
The effects of this practice are grave. In the first place, the reckless cutting of trees exposes the soil to erosion, so that fertile topsoil is washed away and farmlands are ruined. Secondly, the loss of forest cover destroys the habitat of wildlife and upsets the balance of nature. Thirdly, fewer trees mean less rainfall, rising temperatures and poorer air quality, since trees absorb carbon dioxide and give out oxygen. Altogether, the practice threatens both our environment and our health.
To remedy the situation, I respectfully suggest the following. The Agency should enforce strict laws against illegal logging and prosecute offenders. It should also launch a vigorous tree-planting campaign, requiring that several trees be planted for every one lawfully cut. In addition, public enlightenment programmes should be organized in schools and markets to teach citizens the value of trees.
I am confident that, with your prompt intervention, our environment can be protected for the good of present and future generations. Thank you for your attention.
Yours faithfully,
Osaro Igbinedion.
Key features expected: formal-letter format (two addresses, "Dear Sir", subject heading, "Yours faithfully"); clear effects of tree-felling; practical remedies; formal, respectful tone.
Swali 146 Ripoti
Your parents want you to study a particular course but you know you do not have a flair for it. Write a letter to them, giving at least three reasons why a course of your course will suit you better.
Maelezo ya Majibu
None
Swali 147 Ripoti
You are the main speaker in a debate on the topic: Children of literate parents perform better in school than those of illiterate parents. Write your argument for or against the motion.
Model answer: debate speech (arguing FOR the motion)
Mr Chairman, accurate timekeeper, panel of judges, my co-debaters, ladies and gentlemen. I stand before you to speak in support of the motion that children of literate parents perform better in school than those of illiterate parents.
My first point is that literate parents can guide their children in their studies. They understand what the child is being taught, help with homework, explain difficult topics and monitor progress. The child of an illiterate parent, however willing, receives no such help at home.
Secondly, literate parents provide a home rich in learning. Their homes usually contain books, newspapers and a quiet place to study, and the children see their parents reading. This atmosphere encourages the child to value education and to read widely.
Thirdly, literate parents appreciate the importance of education and are ready to invest in it. They pay fees promptly, buy the necessary books and take interest in the child's school, attending meetings and asking questions. This support naturally spurs the child to greater performance.
My opponents may argue that many great men rose from illiterate homes. I concede that hard work and determination matter, but such cases are exceptions; the general truth remains that a supportive, educated home gives a child a clear advantage.
Mr Chairman, for these weighty reasons, I firmly urge this house to support the motion. Thank you.
Key features expected: full debate opening with vocatives; a clear stand (for or against); at least three well-developed arguments; a concession or rebuttal of the opposing view; a firm concluding appeal. A candidate may equally argue AGAINST, stressing determination, government support, hard-working teachers and successful people from illiterate homes.
Maelezo ya Majibu
Model answer: debate speech (arguing FOR the motion)
Mr Chairman, accurate timekeeper, panel of judges, my co-debaters, ladies and gentlemen. I stand before you to speak in support of the motion that children of literate parents perform better in school than those of illiterate parents.
My first point is that literate parents can guide their children in their studies. They understand what the child is being taught, help with homework, explain difficult topics and monitor progress. The child of an illiterate parent, however willing, receives no such help at home.
Secondly, literate parents provide a home rich in learning. Their homes usually contain books, newspapers and a quiet place to study, and the children see their parents reading. This atmosphere encourages the child to value education and to read widely.
Thirdly, literate parents appreciate the importance of education and are ready to invest in it. They pay fees promptly, buy the necessary books and take interest in the child's school, attending meetings and asking questions. This support naturally spurs the child to greater performance.
My opponents may argue that many great men rose from illiterate homes. I concede that hard work and determination matter, but such cases are exceptions; the general truth remains that a supportive, educated home gives a child a clear advantage.
Mr Chairman, for these weighty reasons, I firmly urge this house to support the motion. Thank you.
Key features expected: full debate opening with vocatives; a clear stand (for or against); at least three well-developed arguments; a concession or rebuttal of the opposing view; a firm concluding appeal. A candidate may equally argue AGAINST, stressing determination, government support, hard-working teachers and successful people from illiterate homes.
Swali 148 Ripoti
Your sister has helped you to secure a good job in another city. Write a letter to her explaining why it will be impossible to take up the job offer.
Maelezo ya Majibu
None
Swali 149 Ripoti
Write an article suitable for publication in a national newspaper on street hawking, discussing the dangers and suggesting appropriate solutions.
Maelezo ya Majibu
None
Swali 150 Ripoti
Write a letter to the Chairman of your Local Government Area discussing at least, three ways in which food production can be improved in the community.
Swali 151 Ripoti
You are the main speaker in a debate on the topic: Learning about the past has no value to those of us living today. Write your speech for or against the motion.
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