POST UTME FUTO 2017 English | Objective

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Question 1
The following sentence contains a grammatical error. Identify the correct grammatical structure:
A. The teacher gave the student a lot of homework, because she wanted him to learn.
B. The teacher gave the student a lot of homework, because she wanted him to learn.
C. The teacher gave the student a lot of homework, because she wanted him to learn.
D. The teacher gave the student a lot of homework, because she wanted him to learn.
Question 2
The phrase 'bend over backwards' is an example of a(n) _______ idiom.
A. Metaphorical expression
B. Literal expression
C. Colloquialism
D. Hyperbole
Question 3
The following passage is an example of a passage with a formal tone. Which of the following is a characteristic of this tone?
A. Use of technical jargon
B. Formal vocabulary
C. Colloquial expressions
D. Informal tone
Question 4
The sentence 'The company's profits have increased significantly' is an example of which register?
A. Formal
B. Informal
C. Neutral
D. Technical
Question 5
The following passage is an example of:
A. narrative text
B. descriptive text
C. expository text
D. persuasive text
Question 6
The passage below has been modified to test your understanding of lexical and structural nuances. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct option.
A. The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky.
B. The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky, but it was not very warm.
C. The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky, but it was not very warm, and the air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers.
D. The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky, but it was not very warm, and the air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers, and the sound of birds chirping could be heard in the distance.
Question 7
The sentence 'The new policy has been implemented nationwide' is an example of which register?
A. Formal
B. Informal
C. Neutral
D. Technical
Question 8
The sentence 'The company will undoubtedly benefit from the new tax incentives.' is an example of which of the following?
A. A statement of fact
B. A statement of opinion
C. A statement of probability
D. A statement of possibility
Question 9
Read the passage below and choose the correct option to complete the sentence.
A. The new law has been passed to protect the rights of workers.
B. The new law has been passed to protect the rights of workers, and it has been very effective.
C. The new law has been passed to protect the rights of workers, and it has been very effective, but it has also led to a decrease in the number of businesses operating in the country.
D. The new law has been passed to protect the rights of workers, and it has been very effective, but it has also led to a decrease in the number of businesses operating in the country, and it has also increased the cost of production.
Question 10
The following sentence is an example of a:
A. passive voice
B. active voice
C. imperative mood
D. interrogative mood
Question 11
The athlete's ∬∋performance∬∋ was impressive, but she ∬∋struggled∬∋ with her serve.
A. excelled
B. struggled
C. excelled
D. improved
Question 12
In the context of oral English, what is the primary function of the vowel sound in the word 'about'?
A. To indicate a change in pitch
B. To indicate a change in stress
C. To indicate a change in vowel quality
D. To indicate a change in consonant sound
Question 13
The passage below has been modified. Identify the grammatical error in the sentence 'The students _______ their homework before the teacher arrived.'
A. completed
B. finish
C. finishes
D. finishing
Question 14
The following sentence contains a punctuation error. Identify the correct punctuation:
A. The teacher said, 'I am going to the store.'
B. The teacher said, I am going to the store.
C. The teacher said 'I am going to the store.'
D. The teacher said, I am going to the store.
Question 15
The sentence 'The new policy will undoubtedly affect the economy negatively.' is an example of which of the following?
A. A statement of fact
B. A statement of opinion
C. A statement of probability
D. A statement of possibility

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