POST UTME RSU 2022 English | Objective

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Question 1
The following sentence has a blank space that needs to be filled with a word that completes the sentence grammatically and semantically. Identify the correct word and explain its function in the sentence.
A. The correct word is 'despite'.
B. The correct word is 'although'.
C. The correct word is 'if'.
D. The correct word is 'because'.
Question 2
The passage below has been modified. Identify the word that has been changed and explain its effect on the meaning of the passage.
A. The word 'suddenly' has been changed to 'gradually'.
B. The word 'suddenly' has been changed to 'slowly'.
C. The word 'suddenly' has been changed to 'quickly'.
D. The word 'suddenly' has been changed to 'rapidly'.
Question 3
The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer.
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.
Question 4
The following passage has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer.
A. The author's main point is to persuade the reader.
B. The author's main point is to inform the reader.
C. The author's main point is to entertain the reader.
D. The author's main point is to analyze the reader.
Question 5
The diagram below shows the structure of a chemical apparatus. Identify the part labeled A.
A. The beaker
B. The burette
C. The test tube
D. The flask
Question 6
The passage below has been modified. Identify the word that has been changed and explain the effect of the change on the meaning of the sentence.
A. The original passage: 'The new policy aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.'
B. The modified passage: 'The new policy aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2050.'
C. The word that has been changed is '2030' to '2050'.
D. The effect of the change is to make the policy less ambitious.
Question 7
The word 'fast' can be replaced by which of the following synonyms?
A. quick
B. rapid
C. swift
D. all of the above
Question 8
The idiom 'bend over backwards' means to go out of one's way to help someone, but it can also imply a sense of reluctance or obligation. Which of the following sentences best illustrates this nuance?
A. I'm happy to help you with your project, but I have to admit, I'm not really looking forward to it.
B. I'll do whatever it takes to get this done, even if it means working late every night.
C. I'm not sure I'm the right person for this task, but I'll try my best.
D. I'm thrilled to be working on this project and I'm confident I can deliver it on time.
Question 9
The sentence 'The new policy has been implemented, and the results are already being felt.' is in the present perfect tense. What is the main verb in this sentence?
A. has been implemented
B. are already being felt
C. has been
D. are being
Question 10
The following passage contains a synonym for the word 'large'. Identify the correct term.
A. Huge
B. Small
C. Medium
D. Tiny
Question 11
The following sentence has been modified to test your understanding of grammatical concepts. Identify the correct answer.
A. The subject-verb agreement is correct.
B. The subject-verb agreement is incorrect.
C. The pronoun reference is ambiguous.
D. The sentence is a fragment.
Question 12
The following sentence contains a phrasal verb. Identify the verb and explain its meaning.
A. pick up
B. get on
C. turn off
D. put down
Question 13
The sentence "The manager's extensive knowledge of the company's financial situation was a result of his years of experience" contains a grammatical error. Identify the error and correct it.
A. The sentence is grammatically correct.
B. The sentence should read "The manager's extensive knowledge of the company's financial situation was a result of his extensive experience".
C. The sentence should read "The manager's extensive knowledge of the company's financial situation was a result of his extensive knowledge".
D. The sentence should read "The manager's extensive knowledge of the company's financial situation was a result of his years of experience and knowledge".
Question 14
The following sentence has been completed with a word that is an antonym of the original word. Identify the original word and explain its antonym.
A. The original word is 'fast' and the antonym is 'slow'.
B. The original word is 'fast' and the antonym is 'quick'.
C. The original word is 'fast' and the antonym is 'swift'.
D. The original word is 'fast' and the antonym is 'rapid'.
Question 15
The sentence below contains a grammatical error. Identify the error and explain how to correct it.
A. The sentence: 'Me and my friends went to the movies last night.'
B. The error is the use of 'me' instead of 'I'.
C. The corrected sentence is: 'My friends and I went to the movies last night.'
D. The error is the use of 'my friends and I' instead of 'I and my friends'.

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