POST UTME CHRISTOPHER UNIVERSITY 2023 English | Objective

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Question 1
Choose the correct antonym for the word 'fast':
A. Slow
B. Quick
C. Rapid
D. Swift
Question 2
Read the passage and answer the question.
A. The author is discussing the importance of education.
B. The author is discussing the importance of technology.
C. The author is discussing the importance of healthcare.
D. The author is discussing the importance of environment.
Question 3
The following sentence is an example of a formal register in the field of medicine: 'The patient's symptoms are consistent with a diagnosis of pneumonia.' Which of the following sentences is also an example of a formal register in the field of medicine?
A. The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the patient's infection.
B. The nurse administered oxygen to the patient to help them breathe.
C. The patient's condition is critical and requires immediate attention.
D. The patient's symptoms are not severe and can be treated at home.
Question 4
Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb in parentheses.
A. The students (to study) for their exams.
B. The teacher (to teach) the students.
C. The students (to be) very tired.
D. The teacher (to be) very happy.
Question 5
The following sentence contains an example of a compound sentence: 'I went to the store, and I bought some milk.' Identify the independent clause.
A. I went to the store
B. and I bought some milk
C. I went to the store and I bought some milk
D. I went to the store, and I bought some milk
Question 6
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with a missing adjective. Identify the correct adjective.
A. big
B. small
C. tall
D. short
Question 7
The following sentence contains an example of a subordinating conjunction: 'Because I was tired, I went to bed early.' Identify the subordinating conjunction.
A. because
B. since
C. although
D. if
Question 8
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with a synonym: 'The teacher gave the student a high grade for their excellent work.' Which of the following sentences is also an example of a sentence with a synonym?
A. The teacher gave the student a good grade for their excellent work.
B. The teacher gave the student a high grade for their good work.
C. The teacher gave the student a good grade for their high work.
D. The teacher gave the student a high grade for their average work.
Question 9
In the context of medicine, the term 'iatrogenic' refers to a condition or disease that is caused by medical treatment. Which of the following best describes this phenomenon?
A. A condition caused by a genetic mutation
B. A condition caused by a viral infection
C. A condition caused by medical treatment
D. A condition caused by environmental factors
Question 10
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with a missing verb. Identify the correct verb.
A. walk
B. run
C. jump
D. dance
Question 11
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with an antonym: 'The patient's condition is improving rapidly.' Which of the following sentences is also an example of a sentence with an antonym?
A. The patient's condition is worsening rapidly.
B. The patient's condition is improving slowly.
C. The patient's condition is stable.
D. The patient's condition is improving rapidly.
Question 12
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with a complex structure: 'Although the company's profits have increased, the CEO is still concerned about the impact of the economic downturn on the industry.' Which of the following sentences is also an example of a sentence with a complex structure?
A. The company's profits have increased, but the CEO is still concerned about the impact of the economic downturn on the industry.
B. Although the company's profits have increased, the CEO is still concerned about the impact of the economic downturn on the industry.
C. The company's profits have increased, and the CEO is still concerned about the impact of the economic downturn on the industry.
D. The company's profits have increased, but the CEO is not concerned about the impact of the economic downturn on the industry.
Question 13
The passage below has been edited to remove some of the words. Choose the correct option to fill in the blank.
A. The new policy will be implemented by the end of the year.
B. The new policy will be implemented by the end of next year.
C. The new policy will be implemented by the end of the next year.
D. The new policy will be implemented by the end of the following year.
Question 14
The following sentence contains an example of a modal verb: 'The manager can handle the situation.' Identify the modal verb.
A. can
B. will
C. should
D. must
Question 15
The term 'symbolism' in literature refers to the use of objects, colors, or other elements to represent abstract ideas or concepts. Which of the following best describes this phenomenon?
A. The use of objects, colors, or other elements to represent concrete objects or events
B. The use of objects, colors, or other elements to represent abstract ideas or concepts
C. The use of hyperbole to emphasize or effect
D. The use of understatement to emphasize or effect

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