POST UTME ELIZADE UNIVERSITY 2020 English | Objective

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Question 1
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The doctor examined the patient's medical history.
The passage below has been modified to test your understanding of nuance in language. Identify the correct register used in the underlined sentence.
A. The doctor examined the patient's medical history.
Correct B. The doctor examined the patient's medical history, which was quite lengthy.
C. The doctor examined the patient's medical history, which was quite lengthy, and found some discrepancies.
D. The doctor examined the patient's medical history, which was quite lengthy, and found some discrepancies that needed further investigation.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
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The manager was able to complete the project on time.
The following sentence is an example of a complex sentence. Identify the correct antonym for the underlined word.
A. The manager was able to complete the project on time.
Correct B. The manager was unable to complete the project on time.
C. The manager was able to complete the project on time, but it was a challenging task.
D. The manager was unable to complete the project on time, and it was a challenging task.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
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The teacher was very lenient with the students.
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with a nuanced meaning. Identify the correct synonym for the underlined word.
Correct A. The teacher was very strict with the students.
B. The teacher was very lenient with the students.
C. The teacher was very strict with the students, but they were well-behaved.
D. The teacher was very lenient with the students, but they were well-behaved.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
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The manager was able to complete the project on time.
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with a nuanced meaning. Identify the correct antonym for the underlined word.
A. The manager was able to complete the project on time.
Correct B. The manager was unable to complete the project on time.
C. The manager was able to complete the project on time, but it was a challenging task.
D. The manager was unable to complete the project on time, and it was a challenging task.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
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The teacher was very lenient with the students.
The following sentence is an example of a sentence with a nuanced meaning. Identify the correct synonym for the underlined word.
Correct A. The teacher was very strict with the students.
B. The teacher was very lenient with the students.
C. The teacher was very strict with the students, but they were well-behaved.
D. The teacher was very lenient with the students, but they were well-behaved.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The phrase 'burn the midnight oil' is an example of a(n) _______ idiom.
A. Metaphorical expression
B. Literal expression
Correct C. Idiomatic expression
D. Figurative expression

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
The sentence 'The manager, along with his team, _______ the project on time.' is in the _______ voice.
Correct A. completed, passive
B. completed, active
C. finished, passive
D. finished, active

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
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The new policy has been implemented to reduce pollution and increase employment opportunities.
The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer.
Correct A. The new policy has been implemented to reduce pollution.
B. The new policy has been implemented to increase pollution.
C. The new policy has been implemented to reduce unemployment.
D. The new policy has been implemented to increase unemployment.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The sentence 'By the time I _______ to the party, it was already over.' is in the _______ tense.
A. arrived, past simple
Correct B. arrived, past perfect
C. will arrive, future simple
D. will have arrived, future perfect

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The phrase 'a drop in the ocean' is an example of a(n) _______ idiom.
A. Metaphorical expression
B. Literal expression
Correct C. Idiomatic expression
D. Figurative expression

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
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The sun rises rapidly in the east.
The passage below has been modified from the original. Identify the word that has been replaced with a synonym.
A. The original word is 'rapidly'.
Correct B. The original word is 'swiftly'.
C. The original word is 'quickly'.
D. The original word is 'slowly'.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
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The formal register is used in business meetings.
The passage below is written in a formal register. Identify the word that is most likely to be used in a formal register.
A. The word is 'informal'.
B. The word is 'casual'.
C. The word is 'formal'.
Correct D. The word is 'professional'.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
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The new car is very expensive.
The passage below has been modified to change the meaning. Identify the word that has been replaced with an antonym.
A. The original word is 'expensive'.
Correct B. The original word is 'affordable'.
C. The original word is 'cheap'.
D. The original word is 'costly'.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
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The sports register is used in football matches.
The passage below is written in a sports register. Identify the word that is most likely to be used in a sports register.
A. The word is 'athletic'.
B. The word is 'physical'.
Correct C. The word is 'sports'.
D. The word is 'fitness'.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
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The sun rises slowly in the east.
The passage below has been modified to change the meaning. Identify the word that has been replaced with a synonym.
A. The original word is 'slowly'.
B. The original word is 'rapidly'.
C. The original word is 'quickly'.
Correct D. The original word is 'swiftly'.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
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The original passage: 'The pollution in the river will exacerbate the problem of fish dying.'
The passage below has been modified from the original. Identify the antonym of the word 'exacerbate' in the original passage.
Correct A. alleviate
B. mitigate
C. exacerbate
D. amplify

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
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The idiom is related to a sudden and significant decrease.
Complete the sentence with the correct idiom: 'The new policy will ______ the company's profits.'
A. boost
Correct B. plunge
C. skyrocket
D. deter

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
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The passage discusses the benefits of recycling and its impact on the environment.
Read the passage and answer the question: What is the main idea of the passage?
Correct A. The importance of recycling
B. The effects of climate change
C. The benefits of renewable energy
D. The dangers of pollution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
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The correct stress pattern is indicated by the primary stress on the first syllable.
Identify the correct stress pattern for the word 'unpredictable':
Correct A. un.pre dic ta ble
B. un.pre dic ta BLe
C. un pre dic ta ble
D. un pre dic TAble

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
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The passage is written in a persuasive tone, urging the reader to take action.
Read the passage and answer the question: What is the author's tone in the passage?
A. Formal and objective
B. Informal and sarcastic
Correct C. Emotional and persuasive
D. Critical and analytical

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
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The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and answer the question that follows. The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky. The birds were singing their sweet melodies. The flowers were blooming in every color of the rainbow.
The passage below has been modified to test your comprehension skills. Read the passage carefully and answer the question that follows.
Correct A. The passage has been modified to test the reader's ability to identify the main idea.
B. The passage has been modified to test the reader's ability to identify the author's tone.
C. The passage has been modified to test the reader's ability to identify the main characters.
D. The passage has been modified to test the reader's ability to identify the setting.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
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The following sentence is an example of a sentence that uses the passive voice. Identify the correct option that completes the sentence.
The following sentence is an example of a sentence that uses the passive voice. Identify the correct option that completes the sentence.
A. The ball was thrown by John.
B. John threw the ball.
Correct C. The ball was thrown.
D. John was thrown the ball.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
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The following text is an example of a register that is used in a formal setting. Identify the correct option that completes the text.
The following text is an example of a register that is used in a formal setting. Identify the correct option that completes the text.
Correct A. The meeting will be held at 2 o'clock in the afternoon.
B. The meeting will be held at 2 o'clock in the afternoon, dude.
C. The meeting will be held at 2 o'clock in the afternoon, sir.
D. The meeting will be held at 2 o'clock in the afternoon, man.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
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The following words are synonyms of the word 'large'. Identify the correct option that completes the sentence.
The following words are synonyms of the word 'large'. Identify the correct option that completes the sentence.
A. The house is large.
Correct B. The house is enormous.
C. The house is huge.
D. The house is tiny.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
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The following words are antonyms of the word 'hot'. Identify the correct option that completes the sentence.
The following words are antonyms of the word 'hot'. Identify the correct option that completes the sentence.
A. The room is hot.
Correct B. The room is cold.
C. The room is warm.
D. The room is freezing.

Correct Answer: B

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