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Question 1 View Details

When the village elder spoke, his words were imbued with gravitas, commanding the attention of all present. What does the word "gravitas" most likely mean in this context?

A. authority

Correct B. seriousness

C. importance

D. gravity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2 View Details

A farmer harvested (200\) kg of crops. Anticipating a possible drought, he saved (15\%\) of his harvest for future use. Later, a severe drought hit the community, which needed (180\) kg of food. (a) Which proverb best describes the farmer's early action? (b) Calculate how many kilograms the farmer actually saved. (c) Based on the community's need, was the farmer's saved amount sufficient? Provide a brief conclusion.

A. Proverb: "Make hay while the sun shines". Saved amount: 40 kg. Not sufficient.

Correct B. Proverb: "A stitch in time saves nine". Saved amount: 30 kg. Not sufficient.

C. Proverb: "A penny saved is a penny earned". Saved amount: 35 kg. Not sufficient.

D. Proverb: "Better safe than sorry". Saved amount: 20 kg. Not sufficient.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3 View Details

The Edo market operates on a four‑day cycle: Eke, Oye, Afo, Nkwo, then repeats. If today is Afo, an important ceremony that occurs every 9 days will be held on which market day?

A. Oye

B. Eke

Correct C. Nkwo

D. Afo

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4 View Details

Rewrite the following exchange as a single reported‑speech sentence, using appropriate tense changes and pronouns. Teacher asked, "Why did you not submit the assignment?" Student replied, "I was ill and could not finish it."

A. The teacher asked why the student had not submitted the assignment, and the student replied that he was ill and could not finish it.

B. The teacher asked why the student did not submit the assignment, and the student replied that he was ill and could not finish it.

Correct C. The teacher asked why the student had not submitted the assignment, and the student replied that he had been ill and could not finish it.

D. The teacher asked why the student had not submitted the assignment, and the student replied that he had been ill but could finish it.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5 View Details

In 2018, the price of yam per kilogram was \(₦200\). Due to a drought, the price rose by \(15\%\) in 2019, and the increase continued, rising by another \(10\%\) in 2020. What was the price per kilogram in 2020?

A. ₦260

B. ₦240

Correct C. ₦253

D. ₦250

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6 View Details

Read the passage below and infer Obi's attitude toward the use of modern technology in farming. State your inference in one concise sentence. "Obi, a small‑scale farmer in the Niger Delta, has watched the rains become erratic over the past decade. He recalls the days when the river rose predictably, allowing him to plant his yam seedlings in early June. Recently, he tried a new irrigation pump bought on credit, but the pump broke after three months due to the salty water. Obi told his neighbour, 'We can borrow gadgets, but the land still decides.' He now prefers to combine the pump with his age‑old rain‑catching barrels, hoping the mix will safeguard his crops."

A. Obi embraces modern technology wholeheartedly, seeing it as the future of farming.

B. Obi is indifferent to modern technology, believing it has no impact on his farming practices.

C. Obi rejects modern technology entirely, insisting only traditional methods should be used.

Correct D. Obi is cautious about modern technology, viewing it as a supplement to traditional methods rather than a complete replacement.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7 View Details

Read the paragraph below and choose the idiom that best describes Tunde's decision to take the longer route home. Provide the idiom and a brief justification. "When Tunde missed the bus, he decided to take the long way home, hoping to get some exercise. He thought, 'better safe than sorry,' because the shortcut was under construction. On the way, he spotted a rare comet, an event that occurs 'once in a blue moon.'"

A. The idiom is "take the bull by the horns"; it fits because Tunde confronted the challenge of the construction by choosing an alternative route.

B. The idiom is "the early bird catches the worm"; it fits because Tunde left early to avoid missing the bus.

Correct C. The idiom is "better safe than sorry"; it fits because Tunde chose the longer, safer route to avoid the hazardous shortcut.

D. The idiom is "once in a blue moon"; it fits because Tunde's decision was a rare and unusual choice.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8 View Details

A student repeatedly borrows money from friends and never repays them, causing tension among the group. Select the most appropriate Nigerian proverb that conveys the moral of this situation and explain its relevance in two sentences.

A. A generous tree bears fruit for all. It suggests that sharing wealth brings community harmony, which does not address the student's borrowing behavior.

B. A lazy dog sleeps under the sun. It conveys that idleness leads to missed opportunities, not the moral about debt repayment.

C. A river that never dries is a sign of abundance. It implies constant flow of resources, which contradicts the idea of unpaid debts.

Correct D. A man who does not keep his word is like a broken pot. It illustrates that a person who fails to repay debts loses reliability, just as a broken pot loses its usefulness.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9 View Details

Rewrite the paragraph below to improve flow, correct any grammatical errors, and limit it to two sentences, using an appropriate transition word. "The market was crowded. I bought some tomatoes, but they were too ripe. I decided to go home early because I was hungry."

A. The market was crowded and I bought tomatoes, yet they were too ripe. Therefore, I decided to eat them anyway.

B. At the market, the tomatoes were ripe, and the crowd was large. Consequently, I left early because I was not interested.

C. I bought some tomatoes at the crowded market, but they were too ripe. However, I stayed longer because I was still hungry.

Correct D. The crowded market offered tomatoes, but they were too ripe for me. Consequently, I went home early because I was hungry.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10 View Details

Identify the grammatical error in the sentence below and provide the corrected version. "Each of the students have completed their assignments."

Correct A. Each of the students has completed their assignments.

B. Each of the students have completed their assignments.

C. Each of the student has completed their assignments.

D. Each of the students has completed his assignments.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11 View Details

In the sentence "The meticulous student double‑checked every calculation before submitting the report," the word "meticulous" most nearly means ____.

A. somewhat lazy

B. extremely reckless

Correct C. very careful

D. very careless

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12 View Details

Read the excerpt: "The moon slipped silently behind the clouds, and the night air hummed with the soft rustle of leaves, as if the forest itself were whispering secrets to the stars." Identify the literary device used in the phrase "the forest itself were whispering secrets to the stars" and explain its effect on the mood of the passage.

A. Imagery; it paints a vivid picture, enhancing the visual mood.

B. Alliteration; it emphasizes the repeated 's' sounds, creating a soothing rhythm.

C. Metaphor; it suggests the forest is like a secret keeper, adding a whimsical tone.

Correct D. Personification; it makes the scene feel intimate and mysterious, giving the mood a calm, eerie quality.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13 View Details

A speaker is preparing a persuasive oral presentation about the benefits of regular exercise. Which technique would most effectively appeal to the audience's emotions? Provide the technique.

A. Use of rhetorical questions

Correct B. Use of vivid personal anecdotes

C. Use of logical syllogisms

D. Use of statistical charts

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14 View Details

Read the passage: "The government's recent policy to subsidize solar panels promises a greener future, yet the rollout has been plagued by delays and cost overruns. While the intention is commendable, the execution leaves many citizens skeptical about the real benefits. Critics argue that without transparent monitoring, the promised environmental gains may remain just a hopeful slogan." What is the author's primary attitude toward the government's renewable‑energy policy? Support your answer with two pieces of evidence from the passage.

A. Neutral; evidence: (i) the government is taking action, (ii) the policy aims to reduce emissions

B. Supportive; evidence: (i) the policy promises a greener future, (ii) the intention is commendable

C. Optimistic; evidence: (i) subsidies will increase solar adoption, (ii) citizens will benefit from lower energy costs

Correct D. Skeptical; evidence: (i) the rollout has been plagued by delays and cost overruns, (ii) the execution leaves many citizens skeptical about the real benefits.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15 View Details

In the sentence "When the manager asked about the missing funds, the accountant started to beat around the bush, hoping to avoid blame," (a) Identify the idiom and its meaning, (b) Provide an alternative idiom that conveys the same meaning, and (c) Explain one subtle difference in connotation between the two idioms.

A. a) "beat around the bush" = speak vaguely; b) alternative idiom: "beat a dead horse"; c) "beat around the bush" implies deliberate evasion, while "beat a dead horse" suggests futile repetition.

Correct B. a) "beat around the bush" = avoid speaking directly; b) alternative idiom: "hem and haw"; c) "beat around the bush" implies deliberate evasion, while "hem and haw" suggests hesitation or indecision.

C. a) "beat around the bush" = avoid responsibility; b) alternative idiom: "talk turkey"; c) "beat around the bush" implies deliberate evasion, while "talk turkey" suggests getting straight to business.

D. a) "beat around the bush" = delay action; b) alternative idiom: "cut to the chase"; c) "beat around the bush" implies deliberate evasion, while "cut to the chase" suggests moving quickly to the point.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16 View Details

What does the word "meticulous" mean?

A. showing little interest in detail; somewhat careless and vague

B. characterized by haste; quick and imprecise

Correct C. showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise

D. indicating a lack of precision; sloppy and negligent

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17 View Details

Convert the following direct speech into reported speech: Aisha said, "I will finish the project by tomorrow if I get the data today."

A. Aisha said that she will finish the project by the next day if she gets the data that day.

Correct B. Aisha said that she would finish the project by the next day if she got the data that day.

C. Aisha said that she might finish the project by the next day if she received the data that day.

D. Aisha said that she would have finished the project by the next day if she had gotten the data that day.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18 View Details

Identify and correct the error in the sentence: "Each of the students have completed their assignments."

A. Each of the students has completed their assignments.

B. Each of the students have completed their assignment.

C. Each of the students have completed his or her assignment.

Correct D. Each of the students has completed his or her assignment.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19 View Details

In a situation where a diligent farmer is envied by a lazy neighbour, which proverb best fits? Fill in the missing words in the proverb "The ___ catches the ___" and explain why it applies to the scenario.

A. quick fox; chicken - The phrase means swift action brings success, but it misidentifies the animals in the traditional proverb.

Correct B. early bird; worm - The proverb means that those who act promptly and work hard obtain the benefits, matching the farmer's diligence and the neighbour's envy.

C. late hare; carrot - The proverb suggests that those who delay miss out, which does not fit the farmer's situation.

D. slow turtle; lettuce - This saying implies patience leads to reward, which is unrelated to the farmer's diligence.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20 View Details

Rewrite the following paragraph correctly, fixing all grammatical errors: "When I was a child, I go to the market every Saturday and I buy fresh vegetables. My mother, who lives in the next door, always prepare a big meal for us. We was happy."

Correct A. When I was a child, I went to the market every Saturday and bought fresh vegetables. My mother, who lives next door, always prepared a big meal for us. We were happy.

B. When I was a child, I go to the market every Saturday and bought fresh vegetables. My mother, who lives next door, always prepared a big meal for us. We were happy.

C. When I was a child, I went to the market every Saturday and bought fresh vegetables. My mother, who lived next door, always prepares a big meal for us. We were happy.

D. When I was a child, I went to the market every Saturday and bought fresh vegetables. My mother, who lives next door, always prepared a big meal for us. We was happy.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21 View Details

Read the passage below: "The market was bustling with vendors shouting their wares, but as the sun dipped lower, a sudden chill swept through the stalls. A few customers hurried away, clutching their bags, while the narrator lingered, feeling an uneasy knot in his stomach. He recalled the warning his mother had given him about the old well at the edge of the market, where strange noises were heard after dusk. With a sigh, he turned and walked home." Why did the narrator decide to leave the market early?

A. He was eager to catch the last bus home before it left the market area.

B. He realized he had forgotten his wallet and needed to return home to retrieve it.

C. He felt the market was becoming too crowded and wanted to avoid the commotion.

Correct D. He remembered his mother's warning about the old well where strange noises are heard after dusk, which made him feel uneasy and caused him to leave early.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22 View Details

Consider the excerpt from a traditional tale: "When the tortoise met the lion, he said, 'Great king, I have a gift for you: a song that can calm the fiercest storm.' The lion laughed, but the tortoise began to hum, and the wind indeed softened." Identify the primary literary device used in the tortoise's claim and explain how it contributes to the theme that cunning can overcome strength.

A. Symbolism; the song represents peace, implying that harmony can neutralize aggression.

B. Metaphor; it likens the song to a soothing blanket that shields the lion from the storm, suggesting comfort over strength.

C. Hyperbole; the tortoise exaggerates the song's power to calm the storm, highlighting the absurdity of his claim.

Correct D. Irony; it shows the tortoise's clever claim that a song can calm a storm, underscoring the theme that intelligence can defeat physical strength.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23 View Details

In Edo traditional festivals, the "Igbabon" dance is performed after a successful harvest. Discuss two symbolic meanings of this dance and how each reflects the community's relationship with the environment.

A. First, the dance honors the village chief, indicating political hierarchy, and second, it marks the end of the rainy season, suggesting a calendar function unrelated to environmental stewardship.

B. First, the dance commemorates a historic battle, reflecting martial pride, and second, it symbolizes wealth accumulation, emphasizing material success over ecological concerns.

Correct C. First, the dance thanks ancestors and deities, showing respect for the spiritual forces believed to protect the land. Second, it celebrates renewal and the cyclical nature of farming, highlighting the community's dependence on and stewardship of the environment.

D. First, the performance is meant to entertain tourists, showing cultural commodification, and second, it serves as a rite of passage for young men, focusing on social status rather than environmental ties.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24 View Details

Read the sentence: "Ada handed the book to her sister because she had finished reading it." Who is the person that had finished reading the book?

A. the reader

B. the book

Correct C. Ada

D. her sister

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25 View Details

Consider the following description: "The author describes the bustling streets of Benin City with vivid colors and sounds, yet each paragraph ends with a quiet reflection on loss." What is the author's main purpose in using this juxtaposition of lively city life and recurring reflections on loss?

Correct A. To highlight that beneath the vibrant, modern life of Benin City there is an underlying sense of loss, prompting readers to reflect on the effects of change and modernization.

B. To argue that the bustling city life of Benin City completely erases any sense of loss, celebrating unbridled progress.

C. To illustrate the cultural diversity of Benin City by contrasting its lively streets with traditional folklore.

D. To emphasize the economic prosperity of Benin City, showing how modernization brings wealth and happiness to its residents.

Correct Answer: A

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