POST UTME VERITAS UNIVERSITY 2024 English | Objective

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Question 1
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The passage discusses the importance of proper citation in academic writing.
In the passage, the author's tone is best described as ______.
Correct A. formal
B. informal
C. sarcastic
D. emotive

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
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The word 'perspicacious' is derived from the Latin word 'perspicax', meaning 'keen-sighted'.
The word 'perspicacious' is an example of a ______.
A. synonym of 'perceptive'
B. antonym of 'insightful'
Correct C. adjective derived from Latin
D. noun meaning 'a keen observer'

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
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The sentence expresses a negative opinion about the new policy.
The sentence 'The new policy has been met with widespread criticism.' is an example of ______.
A. a declarative sentence
B. an interrogative sentence
C. a sentence with a passive voice
Correct D. a sentence with a negative tone

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
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The diagram shows the structure of a plant cell.
The diagram below shows the structure of a ______.
Correct A. plant cell
B. animal cell
C. bacterial cell
D. fungal cell

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
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The word 'enigmatic' is derived from the Greek word 'enigmazein', meaning 'to puzzle'.
The word 'enigmatic' is an example of a ______.
Correct A. synonym of 'mysterious'
B. antonym of 'obvious'
C. adjective derived from Greek
D. noun meaning 'a puzzle'

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
In the sentence 'The manager instructed the team to revise the report', which word is in the superordinate clause?
A. team
B. report
C. instructed
Correct D. manager

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
The table below shows the frequency of vowels in a given text. Which vowel has the highest frequency?
A. A
B. E
C. I
Correct D. O

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The following sentence contains a homograph. Identify the word.
Correct A. bank
B. spring
C. cloud
D. light

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The following sentence contains a metaphor. Identify the word.
Correct A. heart
B. soul
C. mind
D. body

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The following sentence contains a simile. Identify the word.
Correct A. runs
B. jumps
C. swims
D. dances

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
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The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension. Read it carefully and choose the correct answer. The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky. The birds were singing their sweet melodies. The flowers were blooming in every color of the rainbow. It was a beautiful day.
The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension. Read it carefully and choose the correct answer.
A. The author's tone is sarcastic.
B. The author's tone is neutral.
Correct C. The author's tone is ironic.
D. The author's tone is ambiguous.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
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The new policy has been implemented to get under someone's skin.
Fill in the blanks with the correct idiomatic expression.
A. to get on someone's nerves
B. to get out of someone's way
C. to get in someone's shoes
Correct D. to get under someone's skin

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
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The new policy has been implemented, but it has not shown any significant results. In fact, it has caused more problems than it has solved.
Read the passage below and answer the question.
A. The author's main point is that the new policy is effective.
Correct B. The author's main point is that the new policy is ineffective.
C. The author's main point is that the new policy is necessary.
D. The author's main point is that the new policy is unnecessary.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
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The new manager will take over the project next week.
Fill in the blanks with the correct phrasal verb.
A. to take off
B. to take on
Correct C. to take over
D. to take back

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
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The new technology is a game-changer. It has the potential to revolutionize the industry and make our lives easier.
Read the passage below and answer the question.
Correct A. The author's main point is that the new technology is revolutionary.
B. The author's main point is that the new technology is evolutionary.
C. The author's main point is that the new technology is necessary.
D. The author's main point is that the new technology is unnecessary.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
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The passage below has been modified to reflect a change in the register.
The passage below has been modified to reflect a change in the register. Identify the new register and explain the change.
A. Formal
B. Informal
Correct C. Elevated
D. Colloquial

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
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Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb in parentheses.
Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb in parentheses.
Correct A. The manager _______ (to have) a meeting with the team.
B. The manager _______ (to have) a meeting with the team.
C. The manager _______ (to have) a meeting with the team.
D. The manager _______ (to have) a meeting with the team.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
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Read the passage and answer the question.
Read the passage and answer the question.
A. The author's purpose is to entertain the reader.
B. The author's purpose is to educate the reader.
Correct C. The author's purpose is to persuade the reader.
D. The author's purpose is to inform the reader.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
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Identify the idiom and explain its meaning.
Identify the idiom and explain its meaning.
Correct A. Bite off more than you can chew
B. Beat around the bush
C. Cut to the chase
D. Take it with a grain of salt

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
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Read the sentence and identify the correct interpretation.
Read the sentence and identify the correct interpretation.
Correct A. The manager is very happy with the team's performance.
B. The manager is very unhappy with the team's performance.
C. The manager is neutral about the team's performance.
D. The manager is unsure about the team's performance.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
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The new policy aims to reduce the number of
The following text contains a cloze test. Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
Correct A. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
B. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
C. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
D. The new policy aims to reduce the number of

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
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The new policy aims to reduce the number of
Choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
Correct A. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
B. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
C. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
D. The new policy aims to reduce the number of

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
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The new policy aims to reduce the number of
Choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
Correct A. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
B. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
C. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
D. The new policy aims to reduce the number of

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
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The new policy aims to reduce the number of
The following text contains a sentence that requires interpretation. Choose the most appropriate interpretation.
Correct A. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
B. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
C. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
D. The new policy aims to reduce the number of

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
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The new policy aims to reduce the number of
The following text contains an idiom. Choose the most appropriate definition of the idiom.
Correct A. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
B. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
C. The new policy aims to reduce the number of
D. The new policy aims to reduce the number of

Correct Answer: A

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