POST UTME UI 2022 English | Objective

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Question 1
The sentence 'The new policy has been implemented nationwide.' is an example of _______ register.
A. formal
B. informal
C. neutral
D. technical
Question 2
The sentence 'The new policy has been implemented nationwide.' is an example of _______ register.
A. formal
B. informal
C. neutral
D. technical
Question 3
The following passage is a classic example of a literary device used to create a particular effect. Identify the literary device used in the passage.
A. Imagery.
B. Symbolism.
C. Metaphor.
D. Alliteration.
Question 4
The lawyer's argument was based on a technicality, but the judge saw through it and ruled in favor of the plaintiff. Which of the following idioms best describes the judge's decision?
A. To cut to the chase
B. To see through a veil of deceit
C. To call a spade a spade
D. To beat around the bush
Question 5
The word 'fastidious' is a synonym of _______.
A. meticulous
B. diligent
C. thorough
D. all of the above
Question 6
Read the passage below and answer the question: 'The company's profits have been declining over the past year due to increased competition and a decline in consumer spending.' What is the effect of the decline in consumer spending on the company's profits?
A. The decline in consumer spending has increased the company's profits.
B. The decline in consumer spending has no effect on the company's profits.
C. The decline in consumer spending has decreased the company's profits.
D. The decline in consumer spending has increased the company's losses.
Question 7
The passage below has been modified to test your understanding of nuances in language. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer.
A. The author's tone is sarcastic.
B. The author's tone is ironic.
C. The author's tone is neutral.
D. The author's tone is ambiguous.
Question 8
The following sentence is a classic example of a grammatical error. Identify the error and choose the correct option.
A. The subject-verb agreement is incorrect.
B. The pronoun reference is ambiguous.
C. The tense is inconsistent.
D. The sentence is a fragment.
Question 9
The following sentence is an example of a sentence in the passive voice. Identify the verb in the sentence 'The ball was thrown by John.'
A. The verb 'was thrown' is in the passive voice.
B. The verb 'throw' is in the passive voice.
C. The verb 'by John' is in the passive voice.
D. The verb 'the ball' is in the passive voice.
Question 10
The following passage requires a cloze test. Identify the correct word to fill in the blank.
A. beautiful
B. interesting
C. fascinating
D. amazing
Question 11
Read the passage below and answer the question: 'The company's profits have been declining over the past year due to increased competition and a decline in consumer spending.' What is the main reason for the company's decline in profits?
A. Increased competition
B. Decline in consumer spending
C. Both increased competition and decline in consumer spending
D. Neither increased competition nor decline in consumer spending
Question 12
The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and answer the question that follows.
A. The author's tone is sarcastic.
B. The author's tone is neutral.
C. The author's tone is persuasive.
D. The author's tone is critical.
Question 13
The following passage is a classic example of a literary device used to create a particular effect. Identify the literary device used in the passage.
A. Imagery.
B. Symbolism.
C. Metaphor.
D. Alliteration.
Question 14
The patient's symptoms were consistent with a diagnosis of appendicitis. Which of the following medical terms best describes the patient's condition?
A. Inflammation of the appendix
B. Inflammation of the gallbladder
C. Inflammation of the pancreas
D. Inflammation of the stomach
Question 15
The passage below has been modified. Identify the grammatical error in the sentence 'The new policy, which is expected to be implemented next quarter, will undoubtedly affect the company's bottom line.'
A. The use of the word 'will' instead of 'would' to express uncertainty.
B. The use of the word 'undoubtedly' instead of 'certainly' to express certainty.
C. The use of the word 'next quarter' instead of 'next month' to express a specific time frame.
D. The use of the word 'affect' instead of 'effect' to express a result.

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