POST UTME SKYLINE UNIVERSITY 2021 English | Objective

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Question 1
In the sentence 'The teacher asked the students to write a short essay on the topic', what is the function of the word 'asked'?
A. To describe the location of the students
B. To indicate the action of the teacher
C. To specify the type of writing task
D. To describe the students' skills
Question 2
The following text is an example of a passage with a specific rhetorical device. Identify the rhetorical device used in the passage.
A. Metaphor
B. Simile
C. Alliteration
D. Personification
Question 3
Read the passage and answer the question: 'The new policy aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030. The government has implemented several measures to achieve this goal, including increasing the use of renewable energy sources and promoting energy-efficient technologies.' What is the main purpose of the policy?
A. To increase the use of fossil fuels
B. To reduce carbon emissions
C. To promote the use of nuclear energy
D. To increase energy consumption
Question 4
The following passage is a speech by a lawyer defending a client accused of murder. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct option that best completes the sentence.
A. The prosecution's case relies heavily on circumstantial evidence.
B. The prosecution's case relies heavily on eyewitness testimony.
C. The prosecution's case relies heavily on forensic evidence.
D. The prosecution's case relies heavily on hearsay evidence.
Question 5
Read the following passage and answer the question that follows.
A. The author's purpose in writing the passage is to persuade the reader to adopt a particular point of view.
B. The author's purpose in writing the passage is to inform the reader about a particular topic.
C. The author's purpose in writing the passage is to entertain the reader.
D. The author's purpose in writing the passage is to explain a complex concept.
Question 6
The following passage is a news article about a new sports stadium. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct option that best completes the sentence.
A. The new stadium will have a seating capacity of 50,000.
B. The new stadium will have a seating capacity of 60,000.
C. The new stadium will have a seating capacity of 70,000.
D. The new stadium will have a seating capacity of 80,000.
Question 7
The following passage is a medical report about a patient's condition. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct option that best completes the sentence.
A. The patient's condition is caused by a viral infection.
B. The patient's condition is caused by a bacterial infection.
C. The patient's condition is caused by a fungal infection.
D. The patient's condition is caused by a parasitic infection.
Question 8
The following passage is a speech by a politician about a new policy. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct option that best completes the sentence.
A. The new policy aims to reduce the number of unemployed people.
B. The new policy aims to reduce the number of employed people.
C. The new policy aims to reduce the number of people living in poverty.
D. The new policy aims to reduce the number of people living in wealth.
Question 9
The following passage is a news article about a new technology. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct option that best completes the sentence.
A. The new technology is a new type of smartphone.
B. The new technology is a new type of computer.
C. The new technology is a new type of software.
D. The new technology is a new type of hardware.
Question 10
The following passage requires you to identify the correct comprehension. Choose the correct answer.
A. The main idea of the passage is to describe a beautiful sunset.
B. The main idea of the passage is to describe a peaceful landscape.
C. The main idea of the passage is to describe a busy city.
D. The main idea of the passage is to describe a serene forest.
Question 11
The following sentence requires you to identify the correct spelling. Choose the correct answer.
A. accomodate
B. accomodate
C. accomodate
D. accommodate
Question 12
The word 'disinterested' is often confused with the word 'uninterested'. Which of the following sentences uses the correct word?
A. The judge was uninterested in the case.
B. The judge was disinterested in the case.
C. The judge was interested in the case.
D. The judge was uninterested in the case, but tried to remain disinterested.
Question 13
The following passage is an example of a cloze test. Identify the word that should be inserted to complete the sentence.
A. The word 'happy' should be inserted.
B. The word 'sad' should be inserted.
C. The word 'angry' should be inserted.
D. The word 'tired' should be inserted.
Question 14
The following passage requires you to identify the correct register. Choose the correct answer.
A. Formal
B. Informal
C. Technical
D. Colloquial
Question 15
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with a complex structure. Identify the type of clause used in the sentence.
A. Independent clause
B. Dependent clause
C. Relative clause
D. Subordinate clause

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