POST UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY 2022 English | Objective

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Question 1
In the sentence 'The students were studying for their exams in the library', which of the following pronouns is in the objective case?
A. they
B. their
Correct C. them
D. theirs

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
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The passage below is about the importance of education in modern society. Education is the key to unlocking one's full potential and achieving success in life. It provides individuals with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities necessary to navigate the complexities of the modern world.
Read the passage below and answer the question that follows.
Correct A. The passage is written in a formal tone.
B. The passage is written in a casual tone.
C. The passage is written in a neutral tone.
D. The passage is written in a sarcastic tone.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
Identify the correct form of the verb 'to be' in the sentence 'By the time I ______ home, it was already dark.'
Correct A. was
B. were
C. been
D. being

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
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The passage below is about the importance of vaccination in preventing the spread of diseases. Vaccination is a safe and effective way to protect individuals and communities from infectious diseases. It works by introducing a small, harmless piece of a virus or bacteria to the body, which triggers the immune system to produce antibodies that can fight off the disease.
Read the passage below and answer the question that follows.
Correct A. The author is a medical professional.
B. The author is a lawyer.
C. The author is a scientist.
D. The author is a historian.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
In the sentence 'The new policy will ______ the lives of millions of people around the world.', which of the following verbs is in the correct form?
Correct A. change
B. changing
C. has changed
D. had changed

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The phrase 'in a nutshell' is an example of a _______ expression.
Correct A. idiomatic
B. metaphorical
C. hyperbolic
D. alliterative

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
The word 'disinterested' is often confused with 'uninterested'. Which of the following sentences uses 'disinterested' correctly?
Correct A. The disinterested judge made a fair decision.
B. The uninterested spectator fell asleep during the movie.
C. The disinterested person had no stake in the outcome.
D. The uninterested customer left the store without buying anything.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The sentence 'The new policy will affect everyone, including you and me.' is an example of _______ pronoun usage.
Correct A. inclusive
B. exclusive
C. reflexive
D. possessive

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The word 'perspicacious' means having a keen understanding and insight. Which of the following words is its antonym?
Correct A. oblivious
B. perceptive
C. inattentive
D. skeptical

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The sentence 'By the time I arrived, they had already left.' is an example of _______ tense usage.
A. present perfect
Correct B. past perfect
C. simple past
D. future perfect

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
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The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer. The author's tone is sarcastic.
The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer.
Correct A. The author's tone is sarcastic.
B. The author's tone is objective.
C. The author's tone is persuasive.
D. The author's tone is neutral.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
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The word 'large' is an antonym of 'small'.
The following sentence has been modified to test your knowledge of synonyms and antonyms. Choose the correct answer.
A. The word 'large' is a synonym of 'small'.
Correct B. The word 'large' is an antonym of 'small'.
C. The word 'large' is a synonym of 'big'.
D. The word 'large' is an antonym of 'big'.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
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The sentence is in the active voice.
The following sentence has been modified to test your knowledge of lexis and structure. Choose the correct answer.
A. The sentence is in the passive voice.
Correct B. The sentence is in the active voice.
C. The sentence is in the present tense.
D. The sentence is in the past tense.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
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The author's main point is that the economy is growing.
The following passage has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer.
Correct A. The author's main point is that the economy is growing.
B. The author's main point is that the economy is declining.
C. The author's main point is that the economy is stable.
D. The author's main point is that the economy is uncertain.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
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The sentence is grammatically correct.
The following sentence has been modified to test your knowledge of spelling and punctuation. Choose the correct answer.
Correct A. The sentence is grammatically correct.
B. The sentence is grammatically incorrect.
C. The sentence is punctuated correctly.
D. The sentence is punctuated incorrectly.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The lawyer's argument was based on the principle of _______________ , which holds that a person cannot be guilty of a crime if they were not aware of its illegality.
Correct A. Ignorantia juris non excusat
B. Mens rea
C. Actus reus
D. Culpable negligence

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The doctor's _______________ was impeccable, but her bedside manner left much to be desired.
Correct A. professionalism
B. diplomacy
C. compassion
D. expertise

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The athlete's _______________ was evident in her performance, but her _______________ was lacking.
Correct A. technique, endurance
B. speed, agility
C. strength, power
D. flexibility, coordination

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The company's _______________ was to provide high-quality products at affordable prices, but their _______________ was to maximize profits.
Correct A. mission, vision
B. goal, objective
C. strategy, tactic
D. policy, procedure

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The researcher's _______________ was to identify the causes of climate change, but her _______________ was to develop sustainable solutions.
Correct A. hypothesis, theory
B. question, hypothesis
C. variable, control
D. experiment, observation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The phrase 'bend over backwards' is an example of a(n) _______.
Correct A. Idiom
B. Metaphor
C. Simile
D. Alliteration

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The word 'enormous' is a(n) _______ of 'huge'.
Correct A. Synonym
B. Antonym
C. Hyponym
D. Hypernym

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The word 'stressed' has two different meanings. Fill in the blank with the correct meaning.
A. To place emphasis on
Correct B. To feel anxious or overwhelmed
C. To put something in writing
D. To make something more difficult

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The sentence 'The manager was very pleased with the team's performance.' is an example of a(n) _______ sentence.
Correct A. Declarative
B. Interrogative
C. Imperative
D. Exclamatory

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The word 'rapidly' is an example of a(n) _______ word.
A. Adjective
Correct B. Adverb
C. Noun
D. Verb

Correct Answer: B

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