POST UTME DELSU 2025 English | Objective

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Question 1
In the passage below, the author uses the phrase 'a drop in the ocean' to convey a sense of
A. futility
B. hopelessness
C. helplessness
D. powerlessness
Question 2
In the following sentence, which word is a verb? 'The manager gave the employee a raise, and he was very happy.'
A. manager
B. employee
C. raise
D. gave
Question 3
The idiom 'bend over backwards' is an example of a phrasal verb that means to go out of one's way to help someone. What is the antonym of this idiom?
A. 'bend over forwards'
B. 'take a step back'
C. 'go out of one's way to hinder someone'
D. 'refuse to help'
Question 4
In the following passage, identify the correct form of the verb "to be" in the sentence "The company will be hiring new employees next quarter".
A. will be
B. is being
C. was being
D. has been
Question 5
The sentence "The new policy has been met with widespread criticism" can be rephrased using a synonym for "widespread". Which of the following options is a suitable replacement?
A. universal
B. extensive
C. limited
D. selective
Question 6
The following sentence is an example of ________ because it uses a metaphor to describe a person.
A. personification
B. metaphor
C. simile
D. hyperbole
Question 7
A diagram of a simple plant cell is shown below.
A. The cell is a prokaryotic cell.
B. The cell is a eukaryotic cell.
C. The cell is a combination of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
D. The cell is not a valid cell.
Question 8
Identify the antonym of the word "fragile".
A. delicate
B. strong
C. durable
D. prone
Question 9
The word 'separate' can be pronounced with a stress on the first or second syllable.
A. True
B. False
C. It depends on the context
D. It depends on the accent
E. It's a word with multiple pronunciations
Question 10
The sentence 'The new policy aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% over the next decade.' is an example of a sentence with a _______ clause.
A. subordinate
B. independent
C. relative
D. coordinating
Question 11
The diagram below shows the structure of a protein molecule. Which of the following is a characteristic of this type of molecule?
A. It is composed of amino acids.
B. It has a fixed shape.
C. It is soluble in water.
D. It is a type of carbohydrate.
Question 12
In the context of medical registers, what is the primary function of the National Medical Practitioners Registration Council (MDCN)?
A. To regulate the practice of medicine in Nigeria
B. To provide medical education and training
C. To conduct research on medical issues
D. To provide healthcare services to the public
Question 13
Identify the antonym of the word 'fast'.
A. Slow
B. Quick
C. Fast
D. Rapid
E. Swift
Question 14
The sentence 'The new policy aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% over the next decade.' is an example of a sentence with a _______ clause.
A. subordinate
B. independent
C. relative
D. coordinating
Question 15
The phrase 'to cut one's losses' means to
A. accept defeat and move on
B. take a risk and hope for the best
C. invest more time and resources
D. try to salvage what can be saved

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