POST UTME DELSU 2021 English | Objective

Are you preparing for POST UTME DELSU exams? Reviewing past questions is one of the most effective ways to guarantee a high score. This practice hub features authentic 2021 English (Objective) questions designed to simulate the real exam environment.

Practice these randomly selected questions to test your readiness.

Question 1
SHARED STIMULUS
The passage is an excerpt from a novel.
In the passage below, the author's tone can be described as:
A. formal
B. informal
Correct C. sarcastic
D. emotive

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 2
The word 'perspicacious' can be described as:
A. having a strong and unpleasant smell
Correct B. having a keen understanding and insight
C. being very large in size
D. being very old in age

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 3
The phrase 'kick the bucket' can be described as:
Correct A. to die or pass away
B. to give up or abandon something
C. to start or begin something
D. to stop or cease doing something

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 4
The word 'enigmatic' can be described as:
A. easy to understand or explain
Correct B. difficult to understand or explain
C. having a strong and unpleasant smell
D. being very large in size

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 5
The phrase 'bend over backwards' can be described as:
Correct A. to go out of one's way to help someone
B. to refuse to help someone
C. to start or begin something
D. to stop or cease doing something

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 6
SHARED STIMULUS
The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer. The author's tone is sarcastic because he uses irony to convey his message.
The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer.
Correct A. The author's tone is sarcastic.
B. The author's tone is formal.
C. The author's tone is persuasive.
D. The author's tone is neutral.

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 7
SHARED STIMULUS
The word 'fast' is an adjective that means moving quickly.
Identify the correct antonym for the word 'fast'.
Correct A. Slow
B. Quick
C. Fastest
D. Faster

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 8
SHARED STIMULUS
The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer. The author's main idea is to inform the reader about the importance of education.
Read the passage below and identify the correct answer.
A. The author's main idea is to persuade the reader.
Correct B. The author's main idea is to inform the reader.
C. The author's main idea is to entertain the reader.
D. The author's main idea is to analyze the reader.

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 9
SHARED STIMULUS
The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
Correct A. The sun rises in the east.
B. The sun sets in the west.
C. The sun rises in the west.
D. The sun sets in the east.

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 10
SHARED STIMULUS
The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer. The author's tone is formal because he uses technical language to convey his message.
Read the passage below and identify the correct answer.
Correct A. The author's tone is formal.
B. The author's tone is informal.
C. The author's tone is persuasive.
D. The author's tone is sarcastic.

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics

Master the Exam!

You've seen a preview, but there are thousands more questions plus AI tutor to break down complex solutions.

Unlock Full Access Available for Android & Windows
Help others prepare! Share this practice hub:
Chat with Support