POST UTME NOUN 2018 English | Objective

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Question 1
The novel's protagonist, a young woman, navigates the complexities of her past and present in a bid to reclaim her identity.
Correct A. Through a non-linear narrative structure.
B. By employing a first-person narrative voice.
C. Through her relationships with other characters.
D. By exploring the societal expectations placed upon her.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The phrase 'to cut one's teeth on' is an idiom that means to gain experience or skills in a particular activity.
A. To begin a new project.
B. To learn a new skill.
Correct C. To gain experience in a particular activity.
D. To take a break from work.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
The sentence 'The new policy has been implemented, and it is expected to have a significant impact on the economy.' is an example of a sentence in the present perfect tense.
A. The sentence is in the present simple tense.
B. The sentence is in the past simple tense.
Correct C. The sentence is in the present perfect tense.
D. The sentence is in the future perfect tense.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
The diagram below shows the structure of a sentence.
Correct A. SVO
B. SV
C. SVA
D. SOV

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The phrase 'to be on the same page' is an idiom that means to have a shared understanding or agreement with someone.
A. To have a disagreement.
Correct B. To have a shared understanding or agreement.
C. To have a different opinion.
D. To have a lack of communication.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The lawyer's argument was based on a technicality, which the judge deemed to be a mere _______ in the eyes of the law.
A. distinction
B. nuance
C. subtlety
Correct D. equivocation

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
The company's profits were affected by a _______ in the global market, which led to a decline in sales.
A. fluctuation
B. instability
C. volatility
Correct D. downturn

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The patient's symptoms were a classic case of _______, which required immediate medical attention.
A. appendicitis
B. pneumonia
C. appendicitis
Correct D. peritonitis

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9
The athlete's _______ was evident in her performance, which earned her a gold medal.
A. dedication
B. perseverance
C. tenacity
Correct D. resilience

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
The company's _______ was a major factor in its success, as it allowed them to adapt to changing market conditions.
A. flexibility
B. agility
Correct C. adaptability
D. resilience

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
The sentence 'The new policy has been implemented nationwide' can be best rephrased as:
Correct A. The new policy is being implemented across the country
B. The new policy has been implemented in all states
C. The new policy is being implemented in every region
D. The new policy has been implemented in every city

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The word 'perspicacious' is closest in meaning to:
A. careful
B. diligent
Correct C. perceptive
D. inquisitive

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
The sentence 'The manager has been trying to motivate the team for months' can be best rephrased as:
A. The manager has been trying to motivate the team for years
B. The manager has been trying to motivate the team for weeks
Correct C. The manager has been trying to motivate the team for months
D. The manager has been trying to motivate the team for days

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The word 'enervate' is closest in meaning to:
A. to energize
Correct B. to weaken
C. to stimulate
D. to motivate

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The sentence 'The company has been facing financial difficulties for years' can be best rephrased as:
A. The company has been facing financial difficulties for months
B. The company has been facing financial difficulties for weeks
Correct C. The company has been facing financial difficulties for years
D. The company has been facing financial difficulties for days

Correct Answer: C

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Question 16
SHARED STIMULUS
The patient has been experiencing symptoms for several weeks.
The following text is from a medical report. Identify the correct form of the verb in bold.
Correct A. has been diagnosed
B. has been diagnosed
C. has been diagnose
D. has been diagnoses

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
SHARED STIMULUS
The judge instructed **him** to take a seat.
The following sentence is from a law text. Identify the correct form of the pronoun in bold.
A. he
Correct B. him
C. his
D. they

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
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The athlete has been **training** for months.
The following text is from a sports article. Identify the correct form of the verb in bold.
Correct A. has been training
B. has been trained
C. has been trains
D. has been trains

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
SHARED STIMULUS
The patient has been **diagnosed** with a rare disease.
The following sentence is from a medical text. Identify the correct form of the verb in bold.
Correct A. has been diagnosed
B. has been diagnose
C. has been diagnoses
D. has been diagnose

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
SHARED STIMULUS
The athlete has been **training** for months.
The following text is from a sports article. Identify the correct form of the verb in bold.
Correct A. has been training
B. has been trained
C. has been trains
D. has been trains

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
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The patient has been **diagnosed** with a rare disease.
The following sentence is from a medical text. Identify the correct form of the verb in bold.
Correct A. has been diagnosed
B. has been diagnose
C. has been diagnoses
D. has been diagnose

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
SHARED STIMULUS
The athlete has been **training** for months.
The following text is from a sports article. Identify the correct form of the verb in bold.
Correct A. has been training
B. has been trained
C. has been trains
D. has been trains

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
SHARED STIMULUS
The patient has been **diagnosed** with a rare disease.
The following sentence is from a medical text. Identify the correct form of the verb in bold.
Correct A. has been diagnosed
B. has been diagnose
C. has been diagnoses
D. has been diagnose

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
SHARED STIMULUS
The athlete has been **training** for months.
The following text is from a sports article. Identify the correct form of the verb in bold.
Correct A. has been training
B. has been trained
C. has been trains
D. has been trains

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
SHARED STIMULUS
The patient has been **diagnosed** with a rare disease.
The following sentence is from a medical text. Identify the correct form of the verb in bold.
Correct A. has been diagnosed
B. has been diagnose
C. has been diagnoses
D. has been diagnose

Correct Answer: A

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