POST UTME BOWEN UNIVERSITY 2020 English | Objective

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Question 1
The following passage has a blank space. Choose the correct word to fill in the blank.
A. The new policy has been implemented to reduce the number of accidents on the road.
B. The new policy has been implemented to increase the number of accidents on the road.
C. The new policy has been implemented to reduce the number of traffic jams on the road.
D. The new policy has been implemented to increase the number of traffic jams on the road.
Question 2
The following sentence contains a grammatical error. Identify the error and suggest a correction.
A. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
B. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
C. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
D. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
Question 3
The sentence 'The teacher asked the students to read the chapter silently.' can be interpreted as:
A. The teacher wants the students to read the chapter aloud.
B. The teacher wants the students to read the chapter silently.
C. The teacher wants the students to discuss the chapter in groups.
D. The teacher wants the students to write a summary of the chapter.
Question 4
The manager's _______________ (35) (A) leadership style (B) communication skills (C) problem-solving skills (D) decision-making skills were effective.
A. leadership style
B. communication skills
C. problem-solving skills
D. decision-making skills
Question 5
The following sentence contains a grammatical error. Identify the error and suggest a correction.
A. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
B. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
C. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
D. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
Question 6
The following sentence contains an idiom. Identify the idiom and its meaning.
A. Bite off more than you can chew
B. Beat around the bush
C. Cut to the chase
D. Cost an arm and a leg
Question 7
The word 'fast' can be replaced by which of the following words?
A. speedy
B. swift
C. hasty
D. prompt
Question 8
The sentence 'The new policy has been met with widespread criticism.' can be interpreted as:
A. The policy is popular among the general public.
B. The policy is unpopular among the general public.
C. The policy has been implemented successfully.
D. The policy has been met with praise from experts.
Question 9
The company's _______________ (34) (A) mission statement (B) vision statement (C) core values (D) business model was clear and concise.
A. mission statement
B. vision statement
C. core values
D. business model
Question 10
The passage below has been modified to reflect a change in the author's tone. Identify the original tone of the passage.
A. Formal
B. Informal
C. Conversational
D. Sarcastic
Question 11
The passage below contains a cloze test. Choose the correct word to fill in the blank.
A. The manager's decision was based on the company's financial situation.
B. The manager's decision was based on the company's market trends.
C. The manager's decision was based on the company's customer feedback.
D. The manager's decision was based on the company's employee morale.
Question 12
The diagram below shows a circuit. What is the function of the resistor?
A. To reduce the voltage
B. To increase the current
C. To control the flow of electrons
D. To generate electricity
Question 13
The lawyer's argument was based on the principle of _______________ (31) (A) res ipsa loquitur (B) stare decisis (C) res judicata (D) sub judice
A. res ipsa loquitur
B. stare decisis
C. res judicata
D. sub judice
Question 14
The following sentence contains a grammatical error. Identify the error and suggest a correction.
A. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
B. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
C. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
D. The sentence should read: 'The teacher, who was absent, was replaced by a substitute.'
Question 15
The sentence 'The company has been facing financial difficulties' contains a passive voice. What is the subject of the sentence?
A. The company
B. The financial difficulties
C. The sentence
D. The passive voice

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