POST UTME ABU 2024 English | Objective

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Question 1
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The passage is a formal academic essay on the topic of climate change.
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 sentence is in the passive voice because the subject 'policy' is receiving the action of 'has been implemented'.
The sentence 'The new policy has been implemented nationwide.' is an example of:
Correct A. passive voice
B. active voice
C. present perfect tense
D. past perfect tense

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
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The word 'disinterested' means impartial or unbiased, while 'uninterested' means lacking interest or enthusiasm.
The word 'disinterested' is often confused with 'uninterested'. Which of the following sentences uses the correct word?
A. I am uninterested in the movie.
B. The judge was disinterested in the case.
Correct C. The disinterested observer noted the bias in the study.
D. The uninterested customer left the store.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
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The sentence uses the past perfect tense to indicate that the action of 'had already left' occurred before the action of 'I arrived'.
The sentence 'By the time I arrived, they had already left.' is an example of:
A. present perfect tense
Correct B. past perfect tense
C. present simple tense
D. past simple tense

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
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The word 'perspicacious' means having a keen understanding and insight, often used to describe someone who is perceptive and discerning.
The word 'perspicacious' means:
A. having a strong and unpleasant smell
B. having a weak and unpleasant smell
Correct C. having a keen understanding and insight
D. having a dull and uninteresting mind

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
In the sentence 'The manager of the company is responsible for the overall strategy and direction of the organization.', identify the word that functions as the subject of the sentence.
Correct A. The manager
B. The company
C. The organization
D. The strategy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
The table below shows the frequency of vowels and consonants in the English language. What is the ratio of vowels to consonants?
A. 1:2
Correct B. 2:1
C. 1:1
D. 3:1

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The following passage is an example of a cloze test. Fill in the blanks with the correct words.
Correct A. The manager of the company is responsible for the overall strategy and direction of the organization.
B. The company has a strong presence in the global market.
C. The organization has a diverse range of products and services.
D. The strategy is to increase revenue and profitability.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The following sentence contains a grammatical error. Identify the error and correct it.
Correct A. The manager of the company is responsible for the overall strategy and direction of the organization.
B. The company has a strong presence in the global market.
C. The organization has a diverse range of products and services.
D. The strategy is to increase revenue and profitability.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The following passage is an example of a sentence interpretation. Interpret the meaning of the sentence.
Correct A. The manager of the company is responsible for the overall strategy and direction of the organization.
B. The company has a strong presence in the global market.
C. The organization has a diverse range of products and services.
D. The strategy is to increase revenue and profitability.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The phrase 'bend over backwards' is an example of a(n) _______ idiom.
Correct A. Metaphorical expression
B. Colloquialism
C. Hyperbole
D. Alliteration

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The sentence 'The new policy has been implemented nationwide.' is an example of a(n) _______ sentence.
Correct A. Declarative sentence
B. Interrogative sentence
C. Imperative sentence
D. Exclamatory sentence

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
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The new policy has been implemented nationwide. The policy aims to reduce the number of accidents on the road. However, some critics argue that the policy is too strict and will lead to more fines being issued.
The passage below has been edited to remove some of the original text. Read the passage and choose the correct answer.
Correct A. The original passage was written in a formal tone.
B. The original passage was written in a casual tone.
C. The original passage was written in a humorous tone.
D. The original passage was written in a sarcastic tone.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The sentence 'The manager asked the employee to _______ the report by the end of the day.' is an example of a(n) _______ sentence.
A. Complete the report
Correct B. Finish the report
C. Submit the report
D. Review the report

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The phrase 'break a leg' is an example of a(n) _______ idiom.
A. Metaphorical expression
Correct B. Colloquialism
C. Hyperbole
D. Alliteration

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The sentence 'The new policy will affect the entire company, including all employees.' is an example of which type of sentence?
A. Declarative
B. Interrogative
C. Imperative
Correct D. Exclamatory

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
The word 'separate' can be used as a(n)
A. Noun
Correct B. Verb
C. Adjective
D. Adverb

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The sentence 'The manager asked the employees to work overtime.' is an example of which type of sentence?
A. Declarative
B. Interrogative
Correct C. Imperative
D. Exclamatory

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The word 'fast' can be used as a(n)
A. Noun
B. Verb
Correct C. Adjective
D. Adverb

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The sentence 'What is the meaning of life?' is an example of which type of sentence?
A. Declarative
Correct B. Interrogative
C. Imperative
D. Exclamatory

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The word 'quickly' can be used as a(n)
A. Noun
B. Verb
C. Adjective
Correct D. Adverb

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
The sentence 'The new policy will affect the entire company, including all employees.' is an example of which type of sentence?
A. Declarative
B. Interrogative
C. Imperative
Correct D. Exclamatory

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The word 'separate' can be used as a(n)
A. Noun
Correct B. Verb
C. Adjective
D. Adverb

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The sentence 'The manager asked the employees to work overtime.' is an example of which type of sentence?
A. Declarative
B. Interrogative
Correct C. Imperative
D. Exclamatory

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
The word 'fast' can be used as a(n)
A. Noun
B. Verb
Correct C. Adjective
D. Adverb

Correct Answer: C

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