POST UTME SKYLINE UNIVERSITY 2025 English | Objective

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Question 1
Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb in parentheses. 'By the time I ______________ (finish) my homework, it was already midnight.'
A. had finished
B. finish
C. will finish
D. finished
Question 2
The sentence 'The company's profits have increased by 20% over the past year.' is an example of a(n) _______ sentence.
A. Declarative sentence
B. Interrogative sentence
C. Imperative sentence
D. Exclamatory sentence
Question 3
Read the passage below and answer the question. 'The company's decision to invest in renewable energy sources has been met with widespread criticism from investors and environmental groups. However, the CEO believes that the move will pay off in the long run.'
A. The company's decision to invest in renewable energy sources is a result of its commitment to environmental sustainability
B. The company's decision to invest in renewable energy sources is a result of its financial struggles
C. The CEO's belief that the move will pay off in the long run is convincing
D. The company's decision to invest in renewable energy sources is a result of its desire to reduce its carbon footprint
Question 4
The passage below is an excerpt from a sports article. Which of the following best describes the author's tone?
A. Formal and objective
B. Informal and conversational
C. Emotional and persuasive
D. Technical and complex
Question 5
The passage below has been modified from the original. Identify the grammatical error in the sentence: 'The new policy, which is expected to be implemented next month, will affect the majority of the employees, who are currently working on a part-time basis.'
A. The use of a comma splice
B. The incorrect use of the subjunctive mood
C. The misuse of the relative pronoun 'which'
D. The incorrect use of the passive voice
Question 6
The passage below is an excerpt from a law text. Which of the following best describes the tone of the passage?
A. Formal and objective
B. Informal and conversational
C. Emotional and persuasive
D. Technical and complex
Question 7
In the passage below, what is the author's purpose in using the phrase 'a game-changer'?
A. To describe a medical condition
B. To emphasize the significance of a discovery
C. To explain a scientific concept
D. To persuade the reader to take action
Question 8
The phrase 'to cut one's teeth on' is an example of a(n) _______ idiom.
A. Metaphorical expression
B. Literal expression
C. Hyperbole
D. Oxymoron
Question 9
The passage below is an excerpt from a medical text. Which of the following best describes the tone of the passage?
A. Formal and objective
B. Informal and conversational
C. Emotional and persuasive
D. Technical and complex
Question 10
The passage below contains a grammatical error. Identify the error and correct it. 'The new employee, who is responsible for the marketing department, will be responsible for the sales department as well.'
A. The new employee, who is responsible for the marketing department, will also be responsible for the sales department.
B. The new employee, who is responsible for the marketing department, will be responsible for the sales department as well.
C. The new employee, who is responsible for the marketing department, will be responsible for the sales department instead.
D. The new employee, who is responsible for the marketing department, will be responsible for the sales department only.
Question 11
The phrase 'to be on the same page' is an example of a(n) _______ idiom.
A. Metaphorical expression
B. Literal expression
C. Hyperbole
D. Oxymoron
Question 12
The sentence 'The new policy has been implemented, and it seems to be working well.' is an example of a(n) _______ sentence.
A. Declarative sentence
B. Interrogative sentence
C. Imperative sentence
D. Exclamatory sentence
Question 13
Read the passage below and answer the question. 'The company's decision to downsize was met with widespread criticism from employees and the media. The CEO, however, defended the move, stating that it was necessary to ensure the company's survival in a highly competitive market.'
A. The CEO's decision to downsize was a result of the company's financial struggles
B. The company's decision to downsize was met with widespread criticism from employees and the media
C. The CEO's defense of the downsizing move was convincing
D. The company's decision to downsize was necessary to ensure its survival in a highly competitive market
Question 14
The passage below has been edited to remove grammatical errors. Identify the correct version.
A. The new policy has been implemented, and it seems to be working well.
B. The new policy has been implemented, and it seems to be working good.
C. The new policy has been implemented, and it seems to be working badly.
D. The new policy has been implemented, and it seems to be working poorly.
Question 15
In the passage below, what is the author's purpose in using the phrase 'a ticking time bomb'?
A. To describe a medical condition
B. To emphasize the urgency of a situation
C. To explain a scientific concept
D. To persuade the reader to take action

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